How much does a recreational therapist make in Richmond?
$61,270a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $29.46 an hour or $5,106 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.46
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,220Median: $61,270Highest 10%: $90,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,220 | $23.66 | |
| 25th | $58,050 | $27.91 | |
| Median | $61,270 | $29.46 | |
| 75th | $75,880 | $36.48 | |
| 90th | $90,110 | $43.32 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| Washington, DC | $71,050 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $59,560 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $450,500 |
| Psychiatrist | $290,900 |
| Physician | $284,100 |
| Surgeon | $259,300 |
| Physician | $240,200 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $235,300 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $224,200 |
| Dentist | $218,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $208,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $29.46 ($61,270 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $61,270 against $61,960 nationally, 1% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $61,270, so Richmond pays 0% more.
Where does Richmond rank for recreational therapist pay?
41 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $90,110 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.