How much does a recreational therapist make in New Hampshire?
$82,280a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in New Hampshire. That is $39.56 an hour or $6,857 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.56
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,060Median: $82,280Highest 10%: $98,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,060 | $25.51 | |
| 25th | $67,290 | $32.35 | |
| Median | $82,280 | $39.56 | |
| 75th | $86,530 | $41.60 | |
| 90th | $98,310 | $47.26 |
Cities in New Hampshire
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $63,390 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in New Hampshire?
The median hourly pay in New Hampshire is $39.56 ($82,280 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in New Hampshire than the national average?
Yes: $82,280 against $61,960 nationally, 33% more.
Where does New Hampshire rank for recreational therapist pay?
New Hampshire ranks 3 of 48 states.
Which city in New Hampshire pays recreational therapists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $63,390 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.