Recreation Workers Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $35,530 +0.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.08
10th percentile $28,190
90th percentile $51,120
Employed locally 460
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,190
    25th
    $29,720
    50th (median)
    $35,530
    75th
    $42,360
    90th
    $51,120

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $29,360
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $30,460
    Residential Advisors $47,080
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $40,780
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $28,600
    Animal Caretakers $29,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Southwest Minnesota is $17.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Southwest Minnesota is 0.4% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $28,190 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,720.