How much does a recreational therapist make in Nebraska?
$62,980a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Nebraska. That is $30.28 an hour or $5,248 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.28
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,370Median: $62,980Highest 10%: $79,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,370 | $19.41 | |
| 25th | $47,430 | $22.80 | |
| Median | $62,980 | $30.28 | |
| 75th | $72,650 | $34.93 | |
| 90th | $79,080 | $38.02 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $62,980 |
| Omaha, NE | $58,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 11. Maryland | $64,300 |
| 12. Vermont | $63,380 |
| 13. Connecticut | $63,240 |
| 14. Nebraska | $62,980 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $62,820 |
| 16. Arizona | $62,610 |
| 17. Texas | $62,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.28 ($62,980 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $62,980 against $61,960 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for recreational therapist pay?
Nebraska ranks 14 of 48 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays recreational therapists the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $62,980 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.