Recreational Therapists Salary in Washington
Recreational Therapists in Washington earn a median of $77,860 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,860
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($61,960)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,070; the top 10% earn over $108,200. Nationally the range is $40,990 to $100,420.
States ranked near Washington
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- Occupational Therapists$107,670 median in Washington
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- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers$70,460 median in Washington
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$86,580 median in Washington
- Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists$107,670 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
Recreational Therapists pay in Washington
How much do recreational therapists make in Washington?
The median is $77,860 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,070 and the top 10% earn over $108,200. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for recreational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 48 (+26% vs. the national median of $61,960). Living costs are not included.