Recreational Therapists Salary in Florida
Recreational Therapists in Florida earn a median of $57,980 a year, −6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $57,980
- vs. U.S. median
- −6% ($61,960)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range in Florida
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,400; the top 10% earn over $86,610. Nationally the range is $40,990 to $100,420.
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Recreational Therapists pay in Florida
How much do recreational therapists make in Florida?
The median is $57,980 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,400 and the top 10% earn over $86,610. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Florida a good state for recreational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 48 (−6% vs. the national median of $61,960). Living costs are not included.