Recreation Workers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $20,370 -42.4% vs national
Median hourly $9.79
10th percentile $16,260
90th percentile $36,390
Employed locally 120
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,260
    25th
    $17,990
    50th (median)
    $20,370
    75th
    $31,310
    90th
    $36,390

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $20,810
    Animal Caretakers $25,410
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $26,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,340
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,450
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other $21,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Southwest Louisiana is $9.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 42.4% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $16,260 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $17,990.