How much does a recreational therapist make in South Carolina?
$48,880a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in South Carolina. That is $23.50 an hour or $4,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.50
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,290Median: $48,880Highest 10%: $74,670
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,290 | $18.41 | |
| 25th | $42,060 | $20.22 | |
| Median | $48,880 | $23.50 | |
| 75th | $60,980 | $29.32 | |
| 90th | $74,670 | $35.90 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $52,170 |
| Augusta, GA | $52,010 |
| Greenville, SC | $50,470 |
| Columbia, SC | $43,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 41. Idaho | $49,720 |
| 42. New Mexico | $49,210 |
| 43. West Virginia | $49,010 |
| 44. South Carolina | $48,880 |
| 45. South Dakota | $46,850 |
| 46. Arkansas | $42,670 |
| 47. Kansas | $40,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $23.50 ($48,880 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $48,880 against $61,960 nationally, 21% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for recreational therapist pay?
South Carolina ranks 44 of 48 states.
Which city in South Carolina pays recreational therapists the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $52,170 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.