Recreational Therapists Salary in Minnesota
Recreational Therapists in Minnesota earn a median of $76,360 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,360
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($61,960)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in Minnesota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,210; the top 10% earn over $97,570. Nationally the range is $40,990 to $100,420.
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Recreational Therapists pay in Minnesota
How much do recreational therapists make in Minnesota?
The median is $76,360 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,210 and the top 10% earn over $97,570. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Minnesota a good state for recreational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 48 (+23% vs. the national median of $61,960). Living costs are not included.