As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Recreation Assistant in Apache Junction, AZ is $49,267, equivalent to $24 per hour, $947 weekly, or $4,106 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Recreation Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Recreation Assistant in Apache Junction, AZ vary widely, spanning from $37,573 to $59,880. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,146) and 75th percentile ($54,822), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,880 per year. This $11,676 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, Apache Junction Recreation Assistant often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. 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 Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $37,573 Apache Junction, AZ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $43,146 Apache Junction, AZ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $49,267 Apache Junction, AZ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $54,822 Apache Junction, AZ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Recreation Assistant Salary $59,880 Apache Junction, AZ January 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 Apache Junction, Arizona    Apache Junction is a city in Maricopa and Pinal counties in the state of Arizona. According to the 2017 U.S. Census estimates, the population of the ....More

Apache Junction, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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