How much does a recreational therapist make in Nevada?
$78,730a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Nevada. That is $37.85 an hour or $6,561 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.85
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,380Median: $78,730Highest 10%: $98,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,380 | $22.30 | |
| 25th | $56,640 | $27.23 | |
| Median | $78,730 | $37.85 | |
| 75th | $82,100 | $39.47 | |
| 90th | $98,630 | $47.42 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Vegas, NV | $78,730 |
| Reno, NV | $57,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 1. California | $98,170 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $95,640 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $82,280 |
| 4. Nevada | $78,730 |
| 5. Washington | $77,860 |
| 6. Minnesota | $76,360 |
| 7. Colorado | $66,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $37.85 ($78,730 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $78,730 against $61,960 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Nevada rank for recreational therapist pay?
Nevada ranks 4 of 48 states.
Which city in Nevada pays recreational therapists the most?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV, with a median of $78,730 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.