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Recreation Workers Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Recreation Workers make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$38,540
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.3% vs 2024
$41,320
Mean Salary
$38,540
Median Salary
$18.53
Hourly Rate
11,280 people work as Recreation Workers in Massachusetts
Recreation Workers salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Recreation Workers in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $38,540 per year ($3,211/month).
This is 10.4% above the national average of $34,921.
Massachusetts ranks #8 out of 51 states for Recreation Workers pay.
Approximately 11,280 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 4.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Recreation Workers
Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Social Perceptiveness
4.0
Coordination
4.0
Service Orientation
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.11
Public Safety and Security
3.82
Customer and Personal Service
3.65
Education and Training
3.52
Law and Government
3.43
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(62.0% of workers)
Salaries for Recreation Workers in Massachusetts range from $32,910 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $50,090 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $36,040 and $45,010.
Median $38,540
P10: $32,910P25: $36,040P75: $45,010P90: $50,090
10th
$32,910
25th
$36,040
Median
$38,540
75th
$45,010
90th
$50,090
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$32,910
$15.82
$2,742
25th Percentile
$36,040
$17.33
$3,003
Median (50th)
$38,540
$18.53
$3,211
75th Percentile
$45,010
$21.64
$3,750
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$50,090
$24.08
$4,174
Note: The mean (average) salary of $41,320 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Recreation Workers make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Recreation Workers in Massachusetts is $38,540 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $41,320.
What is the salary range for a Recreation Workers in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Recreation Workers in Massachusetts range from $32,910 at the 10th percentile to $50,090 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $36,040 and $45,010.
What is the starting salary for a Recreation Workers in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Recreation Workers positions in Massachusetts typically start around $32,910 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $36,040 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Recreation Workers in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,280 people are employed as Recreation Workers in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Recreation Workers in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Recreation Workers in Massachusetts is approximately $18.53 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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