Recreational Therapist Salary in Chicago, IL.
Updated on: May 27, 2026
How much does a Recreational Therapist make in Chicago, IL?
The average Recreational Therapist in Chicago, IL makes $69,137,
23% above the national average Recreational Therapist salary of $56,284.
This pay is 9% lower than the combined average salaries of other metroes San Jose, CA, Albuquerque, NM, and San Francisco, CA.
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