Recreation Workers Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,270 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.48
10th percentile $23,890
90th percentile $45,970
Employed locally 220
National median $35,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,890
    25th
    $28,310
    50th (median)
    $34,270
    75th
    $37,070
    90th
    $45,970

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $47,240
    Childcare Workers $30,160
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $34,080
    Animal Caretakers $28,350
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,980
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreation Workers make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Recreation Workers in Western Wisconsin is $16.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.49 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Recreation Workers salaries?

    The median Recreation Workers salary in Western Wisconsin 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Recreation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $23,890 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,310.