Recreation Workers Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,330 +8.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.43
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $72,550
Employed locally 250
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $31,510
    50th (median)
    $38,330
    75th
    $47,540
    90th
    $72,550

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$34,130
    Childcare Workers$36,780
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$47,640
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$50,680
    Animal Caretakers$33,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$54,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Southwest Colorado is $18.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.03 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Southwest Colorado is 8.3% above 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,510.