Recreation Workers Salary in Tampa, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL

Median annual salary $34,280 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.48
10th percentile $27,080
90th percentile $49,490
Employed locally 2,810
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,080
    25th
    $30,580
    50th (median)
    $34,280
    75th
    $38,240
    90th
    $49,490

    Tampa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,254 2023 • Census ACS
    Recreation Workers salary vs area income 48% Median Recreation Workers salary is 52% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Recreation Workers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Flagstaff, AZ $36,410
    Sebring, FL $36,340
    Wildwood-The Villages, FL $35,890
    North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL $35,790
    Port St. Lucie, FL $34,630
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $34,390

    Related occupations in Tampa, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$28,470
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,680
    Childcare Workers$29,890
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$41,600
    Animal Caretakers$30,160
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$28,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Tampa?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Tampa, FL is $16.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.59 or more per hour.

    Is Tampa above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Tampa, FL 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 Tampa?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $27,080 per year in Tampa, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,580.