How much does a recreational therapist make in Washington?
$77,860a year
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in Washington. That is $37.43 an hour or $6,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.43
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,070Median: $77,860Highest 10%: $108,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,070 | $29.36 | |
| 25th | $65,940 | $31.70 | |
| Median | $77,860 | $37.43 | |
| 75th | $92,930 | $44.68 | |
| 90th | $108,200 | $52.02 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $82,660 |
| Portland, OR | $72,390 |
| Spokane, WA | $65,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for recreational therapists.
| 2. District of Columbia | $95,640 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $82,280 |
| 4. Nevada | $78,730 |
| 5. Washington | $77,860 |
| 6. Minnesota | $76,360 |
| 7. Colorado | $66,580 |
| 8. Oregon | $66,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $37.43 ($77,860 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $77,860 against $61,960 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Washington rank for recreational therapist pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays recreational therapists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $82,660 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.