How much does a recreational therapist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $34.16 an hour or $5,921 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.16
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 84
- Jobs in the area
- 380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,270 | $24.17 | |
| 25th | $59,350 | $28.53 | |
| Median | $71,050 | $34.16 | |
| 75th | $84,470 | $40.61 | |
| 90th | $98,140 | $47.18 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for recreational therapists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a recreational therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $34.16 ($71,050 a year).
Do recreational therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $71,050 against $61,960 nationally, 15% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $95,640, so Washington pays 26% less.
Where does Washington rank for recreational therapist pay?
16 of 84 metro areas with data.
How much does a recreational therapist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,270 or less a year; the top 10% make $98,140 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.