Recreational Therapists Salary in New Mexico
Recreational Therapists in New Mexico earn a median of $49,210 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,210
- vs. U.S. median
- −21% ($61,960)
- Rank among states
- 42 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,600; the top 10% earn over $110,470. Nationally the range is $40,990 to $100,420.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Recreational Therapists pay in New Mexico
How much do recreational therapists make in New Mexico?
The median is $49,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,600 and the top 10% earn over $110,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for recreational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 42 of 48 (−21% vs. the national median of $61,960). Living costs are not included.