Recreation Workers Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $32,510 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $15.63
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $44,350
Employed locally 340
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,600
    50th (median)
    $32,510
    75th
    $36,670
    90th
    $44,350

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $30,520
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,120
    Animal Caretakers $29,570
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,370
    Residential Advisors $39,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in South Illinois is $15.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.58 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in South Illinois is 8.1% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,600.