Recreation Workers Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $30,460 -13.9% vs national
Median hourly $14.64
10th percentile $23,000
90th percentile $51,390
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,000
    25th
    $24,870
    50th (median)
    $30,460
    75th
    $39,990
    90th
    $51,390

    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 East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$25,390
    Residential Advisors$42,500
    Animal Caretakers$26,460
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$25,480
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$34,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in East Arkansas is $14.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.83 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in East Arkansas is 13.9% below 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $23,000 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,870.