Recreation Workers Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $23,340 -34% vs national
Median hourly $11.22
10th percentile $17,470
90th percentile $37,660
Employed locally 390
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,470
    25th
    $20,090
    50th (median)
    $23,340
    75th
    $29,700
    90th
    $37,660

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $25,260
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $21,320
    Animal Caretakers $23,030
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $39,410
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $26,710
    Residential Advisors $25,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Northeast Alabama is $11.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.33 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Northeast Alabama is 34% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $17,470 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $20,090.