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Recreational Therapists Salary Guide for California

recreational therapists working in California earn an average of $78,190.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,580
Annual Mean Salary
$78,190.00
Hourly Rate
$37.59
Estimated Monthly*
$6,014.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

California vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares California's recreational therapists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if California offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

California demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for recreational therapists, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for recreational therapists can vary significantly within California. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Stockton-Lodi

Annual Mean Salary
$92,780.00
Hourly Rate
$44.61
Employment
50 professionals
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San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grande

Annual Mean Salary
$89,420.00
Hourly Rate
$42.99
Employment
70 professionals
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Vallejo-Fairfield

Annual Mean Salary
$85,810.00
Hourly Rate
$41.25
Employment
50 professionals
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Fresno

Annual Mean Salary
$83,760.00
Hourly Rate
$40.27
Employment
80 professionals
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San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward

Annual Mean Salary
$80,840.00
Hourly Rate
$38.87
Employment
140 professionals
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San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara

Annual Mean Salary
$76,190.00
Hourly Rate
$36.63
Employment
100 professionals
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Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario

Annual Mean Salary
$75,870.00
Hourly Rate
$36.48
Employment
160 professionals
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Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade

Annual Mean Salary
$75,660.00
Hourly Rate
$36.38
Employment
100 professionals
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Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim

Annual Mean Salary
$71,570.00
Hourly Rate
$34.41
Employment
360 professionals
script

San Diego-Carlsbad

Annual Mean Salary
$68,110.00
Hourly Rate
$32.75
Employment
150 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.