How much does a recreational therapist make in North Dakota?
$58,370a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in North Dakota. That is $28.06 an hour or $4,864 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.06
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,100Median: $58,370Highest 10%: $70,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,100 | $19.28 | |
| 25th | $48,530 | $23.33 | |
| Median | $58,370 | $28.06 | |
| 75th | $63,010 | $30.29 | |
| 90th | $70,570 | $33.93 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 23. Kentucky | $59,240 |
| 24. Pennsylvania | $58,940 |
| 25. Missouri | $58,620 |
| 26. North Dakota | $58,370 |
| 27. Florida | $57,980 |
| 28. Maine | $57,560 |
| 29. Alabama | $57,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $28.06 ($58,370 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in North Dakota than the national average?
No: $58,370 against $61,960 nationally, 6% less.
Where does North Dakota rank for recreational therapist pay?
North Dakota ranks 26 of 48 states.
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.