As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Recreation Manager in the US is $59,440, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,143 weekly, or $4,953 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Recreation Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Recreation Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $40,428 to $79,116. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,488) and 75th percentile ($69,739), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,116 per year. This $20,251 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Assisted Living, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Recreation Manager often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 73 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Recreation Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Recreation Manager Salary $40,428 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Recreation Manager Salary $49,488 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Recreation Manager Salary $59,440 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Recreation Manager Salary $69,739 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Recreation Manager Salary $79,116 US May 18, 2021
25% $49,488 10% $40,428 90% $79,116 75% $69,739 $59,440 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Maumee Bay Lodge - , OH

Resort Recreation Team Member

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MUNICIPAL WORKER (RECREATION-CENTER STAFF)

City of Cincinnati - Cincinnati, OH

Parks and Recreation PARK Leader - After-School

City of Grove City, OH - Grove City, OH

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