Recreation Workers Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $37,160 +5% vs national
Median hourly $17.87
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $60,480
Employed locally 130
National median $35,380

Compare Recreation Workers salary & buying power

Type a city below to see how Eastern Oregon stacks up on salary and cost of living.

Full tool →
Recreation Workers
in
Eastern Oregon
vs

    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $31,830
    50th (median)
    $37,160
    75th
    $43,260
    90th
    $60,480

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other $38,020
    Childcare Workers $34,290
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $48,540
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $33,550
    Animal Caretakers $33,430
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Eastern Oregon is $17.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.82 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Eastern Oregon is 5% 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,830.