Recreation Workers Salary in Northwest Alabama

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

Median annual salary $26,840 -24.1% vs national
Median hourly $12.91
10th percentile $18,040
90th percentile $39,290
Employed locally 200
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,040
    25th
    $20,800
    50th (median)
    $26,840
    75th
    $30,860
    90th
    $39,290

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$21,830
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$21,150
    Animal Caretakers$27,310
    Residential Advisors$24,760
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$31,430
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$39,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Northwest Alabama is $12.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Northwest Alabama is 24.1% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $18,040 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $20,800.