Recreation Workers Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $37,000 +4.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.79
10th percentile $31,630
90th percentile $57,160
Employed locally 130
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,630
    25th
    $33,730
    50th (median)
    $37,000
    75th
    $46,640
    90th
    $57,160

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $42,810
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $36,360
    Animal Caretakers $37,120
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $43,900
    Tour and Travel Guides $32,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $50,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Massachusetts is $17.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.08 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Massachusetts is 4.6% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,630 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,730.