How much does a Recreation Workers make per hour in Mid Michigan?

Recreation Workers Salary in Mid Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,070 -0.9% vs national

Median hourly $16.86

10th percentile $27,540

90th percentile $45,470

Employed locally 420

National median $35,380

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Recreation Workers

Mid Michigan

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$27,540

25th

$29,320

50th (median)

$35,070

75th

$41,990

90th

$45,470

Top-paying metros for Recreation Workers

Metro area	Median 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 Mid Michigan

Occupation	Median salary
Childcare Workers	$28,140
Amusement and Recreation Attendants	$26,670
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists	$36,970
Animal Caretakers	$29,100
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors	$44,040
Funeral Attendants	$37,080

Frequently asked questions

How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Mid Michigan?

The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Mid Michigan is $16.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.28 or more per hour.

Is Mid Michigan above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

The median Recreation Workers salary in Mid Michigan is 0.9% 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 Mid Michigan?

Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $27,540 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,320.