As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Recreation Assistant in Ackworth, IA is $48,634, equivalent to $23 per hour, $935 weekly, or $4,053 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Recreation Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Recreation Assistant in Ackworth, IA vary widely, spanning from $36,712 to $58,624. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,394) and 75th percentile ($53,863), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,624 per year. This $11,469 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Therapeutic Recreation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ackworth Recreation Assistant often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

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Recreation Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $36,712 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $42,394 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $48,634 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $53,863 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $58,624 Ackworth, IA July 01, 2026
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    Recreation Assistant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Campus Recreation Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Ackworth, Iowa    Ackworth is a city in Warren County, Iowa, United States. The population was 83 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metro....More

Ackworth, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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