Recreation Workers Salary in McAllen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX

Median annual salary $29,650 -16.2% vs national
Median hourly $14.26
10th percentile $22,750
90th percentile $42,740
Employed locally 400
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,750
    25th
    $26,880
    50th (median)
    $29,650
    75th
    $36,080
    90th
    $42,740

    McAllen economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $52,281 2023 • Census ACS
    Recreation Workers salary vs area income 57% Median Recreation Workers salary is 43% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Recreation Workers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    College Station-Bryan, TX $45,110
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $38,940
    Midland, TX $32,030
    Longview, TX $31,700
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $31,300
    Killeen-Temple, TX $31,230

    Related occupations in McAllen, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $21,350
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $24,580
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $23,550
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers $21,960
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $37,480
    Animal Caretakers $26,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in McAllen?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in McAllen, TX is $14.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.73 or more per hour.

    Is McAllen above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in McAllen, TX is 16.2% 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 McAllen?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $22,750 per year in McAllen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,880.