Recreation Worker Salary in Hawaii: $42,500 Average

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Data current as of August 2026 · sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET

Average base salary, Hawaii

$42,500 / year

≈ $3,550 per month · $20.43 per hour

LocationOr metro area

BLS May 2025 state data for Hawaii · median $42,500

25th percentile
$40,500Average
$42,50075th percentile
$42,500

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.

Recreation Worker salary by state

Alabama$31,500

Alaska$47,000

Arizona$41,000

Arkansas$32,000

California$45,000

Colorado$42,500

Connecticut$42,500

Delaware$37,000

District of Columbia$52,000

Florida$39,000

Georgia$36,000

Hawaii$42,500

Idaho$35,500

Illinois$39,000

Indiana$34,000

Iowa$36,000

Kansas$34,000

Kentucky$35,000

Louisiana$32,500

Maine$41,500

Maryland$42,500

Massachusetts$43,000

Michigan$38,500

Minnesota$41,000

Mississippi$30,000

Missouri$37,500

Montana$40,000

Nebraska$38,000

Nevada$36,000

New Hampshire$40,500

New Jersey$41,000

New Mexico$38,000

New York$43,500

North Carolina$36,500

North Dakota$39,500

Ohio$35,500

Oklahoma$34,500

Oregon$44,500

Pennsylvania$39,500

Rhode Island$41,000

South Carolina$35,000

South Dakota$45,500

Tennessee$36,500

Texas$37,000

Utah$36,000

Vermont$41,500

Virginia$40,000

Washington$47,500

West Virginia$35,500

Wisconsin$38,500

Wyoming$35,500

About this role

Recreation Worker is a professional role within the function in the Personal Care and Service job family.

Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.

What Recreation Workers do

Typical education: Bachelor's Degree

Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.
Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.

Top skills: Speaking Social Perceptiveness Service Orientation Coordination Active Listening Monitoring

Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).

Recreation Worker pay by experience level

Entry level$28,500

Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)

Early career$33,000

A few years in (about the 25th percentile)

Experienced$38,000

Mid-career median pay

Senior$45,000

Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)

Top earners$52,000

Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)

Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.

Job outlook

+4.1%

projected change in jobs, 2024–2034

68,100

projected openings per year

Growing about as fast as average

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.

Recreation Worker salary by industry

Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS

113,060 workers

$41,000

Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)

109,230 workers

$40,000

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

65,490 workers

$40,500

Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)

36,210 workers

$39,500

Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries

35,530 workers

$36,500

Other Amusement and Recreation Industries

32,970 workers

$36,500

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

29,530 workers

$38,500

Educational Services

29,330 workers

$41,000

Social Assistance

28,430 workers

$39,500

Civic and Social Organizations

26,010 workers

$38,000

National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.

How this role compares

Recreation Worker pays 16% below the average across 33 roles in the Personal Care and Service job family (family average $47,500).

Similar-paying roles in Personal Care and Service

Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants$40,000

Animal Caretaker$38,500

Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$41,500

Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners$38,000

Gambling Service Workers, All Other$43,000

Childcare Worker$36,000

Concierge$44,000

Tour and Travel Guides$45,000

Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$34,500

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$45,500

Careers related to Recreation Worker

Recreational Therapist$70,000

Social and Community Service Managers$92,000

Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling$93,000

Rehabilitation Counselor$53,500

Training and Development Managers$153,500

Instructional Coordinator$83,500

Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Recreation Worker make?

The average base salary for a Recreation Worker in the United States is $40,000 per year, or about $19.23 per hour.

What is the typical salary range?

Pay typically falls between $33,000 and $45,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.

How does this compare with other Personal Care and Service roles?

The Personal Care and Service job family averages $47,500 across 33 roles tracked by WePayFairly.

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