DOL Median (Ohio)
$45,167
vs National
+5%
National: $43,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$48,050
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$45,167
+5% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$43,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Recreational Therapists in Ohio earns $45,167 in nominal terms, which is 5% above the national average of $43,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 94.0 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $48,050 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Ohio
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| ASSURANCE HEALTH SYSTEM | $54,998 | 2 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital | $45,760 | 1 |
| University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center | $44,574 | 1 |
| BEHAVIOR SERVICES & THERAPY | $39,520 | 6 |
| THE CLEVELAND MUSIC SCHOOL SETTLEMENT | $36,462 | 1 |
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How much does a Recreational Therapists make in Ohio?
The median Recreational Therapists salary in Ohio is $45,167 based on 4 DOL filings.
Is Ohio a good place to work as a Recreational Therapists?
A Recreational Therapists in Ohio earns 5% more than the national median of $43,000, or $48,050 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.