Recreation Workers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,300 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.49
10th percentile $22,570
90th percentile $51,880
Employed locally 450
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,570
    25th
    $28,880
    50th (median)
    $34,300
    75th
    $39,150
    90th
    $51,880

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,380
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,260
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,680
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $40,930
    Residential Advisors $44,180
    Animal Caretakers $33,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Southeast Minnesota is $16.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.12 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 3.1% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $22,570 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,880.