How much does a recreational therapist make in Pennsylvania?
$58,940a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Pennsylvania. That is $28.34 an hour or $4,912 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.34
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,690Median: $58,940Highest 10%: $80,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,690 | $19.08 | |
| 25th | $47,820 | $22.99 | |
| Median | $58,940 | $28.34 | |
| 75th | $65,870 | $31.67 | |
| 90th | $80,340 | $38.63 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Pittsburgh, PA | $61,250 |
| Scranton, PA | $60,550 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $58,970 |
| Lancaster, PA | $52,820 |
| Allentown, PA | $47,540 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $39,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 21. New Jersey | $60,400 |
| 22. Wisconsin | $59,350 |
| 23. Kentucky | $59,240 |
| 24. Pennsylvania | $58,940 |
| 25. Missouri | $58,620 |
| 26. North Dakota | $58,370 |
| 27. Florida | $57,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $28.34 ($58,940 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $58,940 against $61,960 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for recreational therapist pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 24 of 48 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays recreational therapists the most?
Pittsburgh, PA, with a median of $61,250 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.