Recreation Workers Salary in Waco, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Waco, TX

Median annual salary $29,550 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $14.21
10th percentile $22,990
90th percentile $50,970
Employed locally 150
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,990
    25th
    $26,120
    50th (median)
    $29,550
    75th
    $37,990
    90th
    $50,970

    Waco economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,880 2023 • Census ACS
    Recreation Workers salary vs area income 46% Median Recreation Workers salary is 54% 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
    College Station-Bryan, TX $45,110
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $38,940
    Midland, TX $32,030
    Longview, TX $31,700
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $31,300
    Killeen-Temple, TX $31,230

    Related occupations in Waco, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $27,220
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $22,800
    Animal Caretakers $29,180
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $28,390
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $35,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,140

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Waco?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Waco, TX is $14.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.65 or more per hour.

    Is Waco above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Waco, TX is 16.5% 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 Waco?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $22,990 per year in Waco, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,120.