Recreation Workers Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,510 +0.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.07
10th percentile $32,640
90th percentile $47,350
Employed locally 190
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,640
    25th
    $33,700
    50th (median)
    $35,510
    75th
    $45,480
    90th
    $47,350

    Top-paying metros for Recreation Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $54,990
    Fairbanks-College, AK $46,480
    District of Columbia $45,760
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,170
    College Station-Bryan, TX $45,110
    Rapid City, SD $44,150

    Related occupations in Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$35,170
    Animal Caretakers$34,420
    Manicurists and Pedicurists$32,640
    Residential Advisors$44,630
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$36,730
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$53,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Connecticut is $17.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.92 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Connecticut is 0.4% above the national median of $35,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Recreation Workers in Connecticut?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $32,640 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,700.