Recreation Workers Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $23,500 -33.6% vs national
Median hourly $11.30
10th percentile $20,800
90th percentile $40,670
Employed locally 980
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,800
    25th
    $22,600
    50th (median)
    $23,500
    75th
    $32,980
    90th
    $40,670

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $26,570
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $30,970
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $21,110
    Animal Caretakers $23,110
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $29,710
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers $21,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Kansas is $11.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.06 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Kansas is 33.6% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $20,800 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,600.