Recreation Workers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,350 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $16.51
10th percentile $27,650
90th percentile $62,090
Employed locally 90
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,650
    25th
    $28,400
    50th (median)
    $34,350
    75th
    $42,830
    90th
    $62,090

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $34,010
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,470
    Animal Caretakers $29,560
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $27,460
    Residential Advisors $35,410
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $48,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Eastern New Mexico is $16.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.42 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 2.9% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $27,650 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,400.