Recreational Therapists Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,540 -22.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.38
10th percentile $40,930
90th percentile $60,560
Employed locally 30
National median $60,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,930
    25th
    $42,260
    50th (median)
    $46,540
    75th
    $47,790
    90th
    $60,560

    Top-paying metros for Recreational Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Napa, CA $107,810
    Vallejo, CA $102,640
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $102,640
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $100,820
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $100,360
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $96,530

    Related occupations in Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $93,120
    Physicians, All Other $255,530
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,240
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,420
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,650
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $50,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Recreational Therapists make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Recreational Therapists in Northern New Mexico is $22.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.83 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Recreational Therapists salaries?

    The median Recreational Therapists salary in Northern New Mexico is 22.8% below the national median of $60,280. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Recreational Therapists in Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Recreational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $40,930 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,260.