How much does a recreational therapist make in Omaha?
$58,630a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area. That is $28.19 an hour or $4,886 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.19
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,570Median: $58,630Highest 10%: $78,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,570 | $21.91 | |
| 25th | $56,140 | $26.99 | |
| Median | $58,630 | $28.19 | |
| 75th | $77,720 | $37.37 | |
| 90th | $78,380 | $37.68 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| Lincoln, NE | $62,980 |
Related jobs in Omaha
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $598,500 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $534,800 |
| Dermatologist | $393,200 |
| Anesthesiologist | $343,700 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $342,600 |
| Neurologist | $316,800 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $306,400 |
| Physician | $290,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $271,700 |
| Dentist | $225,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Omaha?
The median hourly pay in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area is $28.19 ($58,630 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Omaha than the national average?
No: $58,630 against $61,960 nationally, 5% less.
How does Omaha compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $62,980, so Omaha pays 7% less.
Where does Omaha rank for recreational therapist pay?
55 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Omaha?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,380 or more.
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.