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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Therapeutic Recreation Director in New Mexico is $84,021 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.
However, a Therapeutic Recreation Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Therapeutic Recreation Director Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $100,707 | $8,392 | $1,937 | $48 |
| Average | $84,021 | $7,002 | $1,616 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $71,524 | $5,960 | $1,375 | $34 |
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A Therapeutic Recreation Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Therapeutic Recreation Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Therapeutic Recreation Director | $75,219 |
| Intermediate Level Therapeutic Recreation Director | $76,327 |
| Senior Level Therapeutic Recreation Director | $78,175 |
| Specialist Level Therapeutic Recreation Director | $80,022 |
| Expert Level Therapeutic Recreation Director | $83,284 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Therapeutic Recreation Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Therapeutic Recreation Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Therapeutic Recreation Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Therapeutic Recreation Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $100,825 | $48.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Therapeutic Recreation Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $100,707 | $8,392 | $1,937 | $48 |
| Average | $84,021 | $7,002 | $1,616 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $71,524 | $5,960 | $1,375 | $34 |
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