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Last updated: April 16, 2024
Recreational Therapist Salary
in Montana, United States
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$54,153 (USD)
Average Salary
$26/hr
Average Hourly
$655
Average Bonus
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The average pay for a Recreational Therapist is $54,153 a year and $26 an hour in Montana, United States. The average salary range for a Recreational Therapist is between $39,207 and $64,929. On average, a Bachelor's Degree is the highest level of education for a Recreational Therapist. This compensation analysis is based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Montana, United States.
ERI's compensation data are based on salary surveys conducted and researched by ERI. Cost of labor data in the Assessor Series are based on actual housing sales data from commercially available sources, plus rental rates, gasoline prices, consumables, medical care premium costs, property taxes, effective income tax rates, etc.
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Estimated salary in 2029:
$60,828
5 Year Change:
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About Montana, United States
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Description:
Montana ( mon-TAN-ə) is a landlocked state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It borders Idaho to the west, North Dakota to the east, South Dakota to the southeast, Wyoming to the south, and the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan to the north. It is the fourth-largest state by area, the eighth-least populous state, and the third-least densely populated state. Its capital is Helena, while the most populous city is Billings. The western half of the state contains numerous mountain ranges, while the eastern half is characterized by western prairie terrain and...
Job Summary
Description:
- Creates, arranges, and leads medically approved recreation program for patients in hospitals and other institutions.
- Directs and organizes such activities as sports, dramatics, games, and arts and crafts to assist patients to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in group activities.
- Regulates content of program in accordance with patients' capabilities, needs, and interests.
- Instructs patients in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, concentration, and other activities, to reduce stress and tension.
- Instructs patients in calisthenics, stretching and limbering exercises.
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Salary Recap
The average pay for a Recreational Therapist is $54,153 a year and $26 an hour in Montana, United States. The average salary range for a Recreational Therapist is between $39,207 and $64,929. On average, a Bachelor's Degree is the highest level of education for a Recreational Therapist. This compensation analysis is based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Montana, United States.
ERI's compensation data are based on salary surveys conducted and researched by ERI. Cost of labor data in the Assessor Series are based on actual housing sales data from commercially available sources, plus rental rates, gasoline prices, consumables, medical care premium costs, property taxes, effective income tax rates, etc.
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Recreational Therapist Job Prevalence in the United States
Job family: Recreational Therapists
Job family population: 15,920
Estimated population of Recreational Therapist jobs: 1,979
Rate of error: 1.4%
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About Montana, United States
Montana Cost of Living Score:
Description:
Montana ( mon-TAN-ə) is a landlocked state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It borders Idaho to the west, North Dakota to the east, South Dakota to the southeast, Wyoming to the south, and the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan to the north. It is the fourth-largest state by area, the eighth-least populous state, and the third-least densely populated state. Its capital is Helena, while the most populous city is Billings. The western half of the state contains numerous mountain ranges, while the eastern half is characterized by western prairie terrain and...
Job Summary
Description:
- Creates, arranges, and leads medically approved recreation program for patients in hospitals and other institutions.
- Directs and organizes such activities as sports, dramatics, games, and arts and crafts to assist patients to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in group activities.
- Regulates content of program in accordance with patients' capabilities, needs, and interests.
- Instructs patients in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, concentration, and other activities, to reduce stress and tension.
- Instructs patients in calisthenics, stretching and limbering exercises.
Who We Are
ERI Economic Research Institute compiles the best salary, cost-of-living, and executive compensation survey data available.
View our ProductsTake the guess work out of setting pay
Determine competitive salary levels, compare employee compensation with market benchmarks, and get instant access to reliable salary survey data online.
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