Recreation Therapist Salary in Alaska
As of 2026-07-10, the median posted salary for Recreation Therapist positions in Alaska is $60,112 per year, based on 4 public-sector job postings from 2 Alaska employers tracked by Alaska Jobs.
On the state salary schedule
Postings for this role cite state pay Range 14. On the current GG schedule (basic pay, before geographic differential):
| Range | Step A (new hire) | Step F (~5 yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| Range 14 | $54,034/yr | $64,370/yr |
Duty stations outside Anchorage add a geographic differential of up to 60% on top of these figures. Full tables: Alaska state salary schedule.
Median over time
weekly snapshots since 2026-27
Who hires this role
Family & Community Services · Veterans Health Administration (federal)
Quick answers computed from the live data — always current
What does a Recreation Therapist make in Alaska?
The median posted salary for Recreation Therapist in Alaska is $60,112 per year, based on 4 public-sector job postings from 2 Alaska employers tracked by Alaska Jobs. The middle half of postings pay between $57,492 and $67,794 per year.
What is the salary range for Recreation Therapist jobs in Alaska?
Across current and recent Alaska listings, posted pay for Recreation Therapist runs from $57,055 at the low end to $109,777 at the high end. The 10th–90th percentile band is $57,230 to $77,167.
Who hires Recreation Therapists in Alaska?
Alaska employers with recent Recreation Therapist postings include Family & Community Services, Veterans Health Administration (federal).
What State of Alaska salary range is a Recreation Therapist?
State of Alaska postings for Recreation Therapist use salary range 14. Exact pay is set by range and step on the state salary schedule, plus a geographic differential of up to 60 percent depending on duty station.
Open Recreation Therapist listings
- Recreation Therapist — Veterans Health Administration (federal) · $57,055.00 - $109,777.00 Annually
- Recreation Therapist — Veterans Health Administration (federal) · $57,055.00 - $57,055.00 Annually
Figures are posted salaries — the ranges employers advertise — annualized for comparison (how we compute this). Actual offers depend on step placement, bargaining unit, and duty station.