How much does a recreational therapist make in Ohio?
$60,770a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Ohio. That is $29.22 an hour or $5,064 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.22
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,440Median: $60,770Highest 10%: $84,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,440 | $22.33 | |
| 25th | $50,110 | $24.09 | |
| Median | $60,770 | $29.22 | |
| 75th | $72,840 | $35.02 | |
| 90th | $84,910 | $40.82 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cleveland, OH | $67,390 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $63,740 |
| Columbus, OH | $60,590 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 17. Texas | $62,490 |
| 18. Michigan | $61,700 |
| 19. Virginia | $61,270 |
| 20. Ohio | $60,770 |
| 21. New Jersey | $60,400 |
| 22. Wisconsin | $59,350 |
| 23. Kentucky | $59,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $29.22 ($60,770 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Ohio than the national average?
No: $60,770 against $61,960 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Ohio rank for recreational therapist pay?
Ohio ranks 20 of 48 states.
Which city in Ohio pays recreational therapists the most?
Cleveland, OH, with a median of $67,390 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.