How much does a recreational therapist make in Oregon?
$66,530a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Oregon. That is $31.99 an hour or $5,544 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.99
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,210Median: $66,530Highest 10%: $83,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,210 | $24.62 | |
| 25th | $62,770 | $30.18 | |
| Median | $66,530 | $31.99 | |
| 75th | $70,320 | $33.81 | |
| 90th | $83,780 | $40.28 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $72,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 5. Washington | $77,860 |
| 6. Minnesota | $76,360 |
| 7. Colorado | $66,580 |
| 8. Oregon | $66,530 |
| 9. New York | $65,520 |
| 10. Hawaii | $64,500 |
| 11. Maryland | $64,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $31.99 ($66,530 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $66,530 against $61,960 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Oregon rank for recreational therapist pay?
Oregon ranks 8 of 48 states.
Which city in Oregon pays recreational therapists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $72,390 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.