Recreation Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 331,490 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,600 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $31,780 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $36,560 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $43,470 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $50,410 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$32K
Median
$37K
75th
$43K
90th
$50K
Highest Paying States for Recreation Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $50,330 |
| Washington | $45,940 |
| Alaska | $45,510 |
| South Dakota | $44,200 |
| California | $43,530 |
| Oregon | $42,990 |
| New York | $41,790 |
| Massachusetts | $41,320 |
| Maryland | $41,280 |
| Colorado | $41,210 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Recreation Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $50,330 per year, while Colorado has an average of $41,210 — a difference of $9,120. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Recreation Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 331,490 workers were employed as Recreation Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $38,520 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-9032