Recreational Therapists Salary in Missouri
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Missouri
Recreational Therapists in Missouri earn a median salary of $55,177 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -8.5% vs the national median of $60,280. An estimated 330 recreational therapists are employed across Missouri, with salaries ranging from $46,750 to $69,070 depending on location.
$55,177
Avg median salary in Missouri
$69,070
Highest paying metro
$46,750
Lowest paying metro
330
Employed in Missouri
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Recreational Therapists salaries by city in Missouri
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $69,070 | $53,310 | $86,650 | 70 |
| Southeast Missouri | $49,710 | $49,710 | $64,570 | 40 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,750 | $39,350 | $54,990 | 220 |