How much does a recreational therapist make in Virginia?
$61,270a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Virginia. That is $29.46 an hour or $5,106 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.46
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,580Median: $61,270Highest 10%: $87,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,580 | $23.84 | |
| 25th | $55,520 | $26.69 | |
| Median | $61,270 | $29.46 | |
| 75th | $78,170 | $37.58 | |
| 90th | $87,020 | $41.84 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $71,050 |
| Richmond, VA | $61,270 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $59,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 16. Arizona | $62,610 |
| 17. Texas | $62,490 |
| 18. Michigan | $61,700 |
| 19. Virginia | $61,270 |
| 20. Ohio | $60,770 |
| 21. New Jersey | $60,400 |
| 22. Wisconsin | $59,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $29.46 ($61,270 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $61,270 against $61,960 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Virginia rank for recreational therapist pay?
Virginia ranks 19 of 48 states.
Which city in Virginia pays recreational therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $71,050 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.