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Recreational Therapists Salary Guide for Kansas

recreational therapists working in Kansas earn an average of $36,750.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
670
Annual Mean Salary
$36,750.00
Hourly Rate
$17.67
Estimated Monthly*
$2,827.20
*Based on 40-hour work week

Kansas vs National Salary Trends

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

Kansas shows a downward salary trend for recreational therapists, falling below the national average. This suggests challenges in the local job market for professionals in the field.

Local Market Analysis

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

Topeka

Annual Mean Salary
$39,680.00
Hourly Rate
$19.08
Employment
70 professionals
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Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$35,060.00
Hourly Rate
$16.86
Employment
310 professionals
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Wichita

Annual Mean Salary
$34,770.00
Hourly Rate
$16.72
Employment
130 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.