Recreational Therapists Salary in New York
Recreational Therapists in New York earn a median of $65,520 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $65,520
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($61,960)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,230
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,940; the top 10% earn over $91,370. Nationally the range is $40,990 to $100,420.
States ranked near New York
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Recreational Therapists pay in New York
How much do recreational therapists make in New York?
The median is $65,520 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,940 and the top 10% earn over $91,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for recreational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 48 (+6% vs. the national median of $61,960). Living costs are not included.