What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Recreation Officer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Recreation Officer?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Recreation Officer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Recreation Officer's salary?

An Assistant Recreation Officer's salary grows with experience: starting around $33,837 for beginners, reaching about $34,716 at mid-level, and approach $35,733 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Recreation Officer?

Assistant Recreation Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Recreation Officer roles are District of Columbia $41,906, California $41,747, Massachusetts $41,190. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Recreation Officer roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Recreation Officer level roles vary by specialization: Recreation Therapist Assistant: $98,695; Recreation Therapy Assistant: $65,686; Assistant Recreation Supervisor: $60,910; Assistant Recreation Manager: $60,777; Assistant Recreation Director: $59,415.

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Assistant Recreation Officer make in New Mexico? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Recreation Officer in New Mexico is $35,055 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, an Assistant Recreation Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,720
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,967 to $37,497
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,067

10% $31,067

50% (Median) $35,055

90% $39,720

Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,497	$3,125	$721	$18
Average	$35,055	$2,921	$674	$17
25th Percentile	$32,967	$2,747	$634	$16

Salary Factors Salary by Experience Related Job Salaries Top Paying Cities Explore Related Jobs

For HR & Compensation Team

What should I pay?

See how Salary.com helps teams price roles more accurately.

Benchmark Assistant Recreation Officer with confidence

Get deeper market data to support decisions.

Work Email

Phone No.

Choose a perfect time to talk with a compensation expert.

Book a Demo

Check out Assistant Recreation Officer Job Openings in New Mexico

Recreation Assistant

Geneis Healthcare – Albuquerque, NM

Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare – Clovis, NM

Chief Clinical Officer Assistant

El Centro Family Health – Española, NM

Recreation Therapist

OhioHealth – RIVERLEA, OH

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries

An Assistant Recreation Officer'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.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Recreation Officer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $33,837
Early Career (1-2 years): $33,902
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $34,716
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,665
Expert (over 8 years): $35,733

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Assistant Recreation Officer	less than 1 year	$33,837
Early Career Level Assistant Recreation Officer	1-2 years	$33,902
Mid-Level Level Assistant Recreation Officer	2-4 years	$34,716
Senior-Level Level Assistant Recreation Officer	5-8 years	$35,665
Expert Level Assistant Recreation Officer	over 8 years	$35,733

How Do Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Assistant Recreation Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,906.
California: $41,747.
Massachusetts: $41,190.

District of Columbia $41,906 California $41,747 Massachusetts $41,190 Washington $41,039 New Jersey $41,024 Alaska $40,971 Connecticut $40,448 New York $40,237

Hawaii $39,559 Rhode Island $39,241 Maryland $39,025 Minnesota $38,730 Colorado $38,617 Illinois $38,579 Oregon $38,435 Delaware $38,329

New Hampshire $38,262 Virginia $38,113 Pennsylvania $37,678 Nevada $37,458 North Dakota $37,387 Michigan $37,273 Wisconsin $37,231 Vermont $37,148

Texas $36,917 Maine $36,902 Arizona $36,879 Ohio $36,853 Georgia $36,505 Indiana $36,331 Wyoming $36,297 Utah $36,244

Iowa $36,221 Kansas $36,039 Louisiana $35,986 North Carolina $35,967 Missouri $35,960 Florida $35,812 Montana $35,733 Nebraska $35,657

Kentucky $35,615 South Carolina $35,464 Tennessee $35,369 Idaho $35,331 New Mexico $35,055 Oklahoma $34,995 Alabama $34,771 South Dakota $34,397

Arkansas $34,192 West Virginia $34,082 Mississippi $33,753

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Recreation Officer

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:

Algodones: $35,428
Belen: $35,231
Bernalillo: $35,491

Algodones, NM $35,428

Belen, NM $35,231

Bernalillo, NM $35,491

Bluewater, NM $34,746

Bosque, NM $34,972

Casa Blanca, NM $35,051

Cedar Crest, NM $35,521

Cedarvale, NM $34,128

Cerrillos, NM $35,454

Claunch, NM $34,001

Coyote, NM $34,932

Cuba, NM $34,876

Cubero, NM $35,129

Edgewood, NM $35,362

Estancia, NM $34,940

Gallina, NM $34,749

Counselor, NM $34,770

Grants, NM $34,706

Milan, NM $34,845

Isleta, NM $35,552

Jarales, NM $35,197

Jemez Pueblo, NM $35,258

Jemez Springs, NM $35,149

Laguna, NM $35,301

La Jara, NM $34,837

La Joya, NM $34,756

Lindrith, NM $34,714

Los Lunas, NM $35,418

Mcintosh, NM $35,133

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $34,899

Moriarty, NM $35,015

Mountainair, NM $34,637

Nageezi, NM $34,724

New Laguna, NM $35,112

Paguate, NM $35,136

Pena Blanca, NM $35,528

Peralta, NM $35,474

Placitas, NM $35,492

Ponderosa, NM $35,213

Prewitt, NM $34,735

Regina, NM $34,760

Sandia Park, NM $35,431

Corrales, NM $35,565

San Fidel, NM $34,923

San Rafael, NM $34,774

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $35,432

San Ysidro, NM $35,384

Stanley, NM $35,010

Tijeras, NM $35,436

Tome, NM $35,370

Torreon, NM $35,253

Veguita, NM $34,970

Willard, NM $34,574

Youngsville, NM $34,942

Bosque Farms, NM $35,539

Clines Corners, NM $34,798

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $35,459

Cochiti Lake, NM $35,505

Albuquerque, NM $35,585

Kirtland Afb, NM $35,585

Rio Rancho, NM $35,527

Gallup, NM $34,786

Brimhall, NM $34,687

Church Rock, NM $34,703

Continental Divide, NM $34,679

Crownpoint, NM $34,708

Fence Lake, NM $34,553

Fort Wingate, NM $34,691

Gamerco, NM $34,750

Mentmore, NM $34,696

Mexican Springs, NM $34,692

Ramah, NM $34,628

Rehoboth, NM $34,715

Thoreau, NM $34,717

Tohatchi, NM $34,685

Vanderwagen, NM $34,692

Zuni, NM $34,683

Navajo, NM $34,731

Jamestown, NM $34,644

Pinehill, NM $34,601

Sheep Springs, NM $34,722

Smith Lake, NM $34,852

Yatahey, NM $34,710

Farmington, NM $34,877

Aztec, NM $34,941

Blanco, NM $34,778

Bloomfield, NM $34,737

Flora Vista, NM $34,913

Fruitland, NM $34,694

Kirtland, NM $34,913

La Plata, NM $34,926

Navajo Dam, NM $34,910

Shiprock, NM $34,862

Waterflow, NM $34,844

Newcomb, NM $34,701

Sanostee, NM $34,723

Santa Fe, NM $35,767

Abiquiu, NM $34,788

Alcalde, NM $35,394

Amalia, NM $34,735

Arroyo Hondo, NM $34,686

Arroyo Seco, NM $34,727

Canjilon, NM $34,681

Canones, NM $34,997

Carson, NM $34,819

Cebolla, NM $34,701

Cerro, NM $34,711

Chama, NM $34,853

Chamisal, NM $35,300

Chimayo, NM $35,548

Cordova, NM $35,488

Costilla, NM $34,881

Taos Ski Valley, NM $34,616

Dixon, NM $35,267

Dulce, NM $34,853

El Prado, NM $34,757

El Rito, NM $34,917

Embudo, NM $35,085

Espanola, NM $35,505

Glorieta, NM $35,629

Hernandez, NM $35,175

Ilfeld, NM $35,300

La Madera, NM $34,855

Lamy, NM $35,493

Llano, NM $35,229

Los Alamos, NM $35,577

White Rock, NM $35,644

Medanales, NM $35,214

Ojo Caliente, NM $35,007

Los Ojos, NM $34,768

Pecos, NM $35,518

Penasco, NM $35,098

Petaca, NM $34,649

Questa, NM $34,748

Ranchos De Taos, NM $34,931

Red River, NM $34,649

Ribera, NM $34,872

Rowe, NM $35,333

San Cristobal, NM $34,648

San Jose, NM $35,246

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $35,418

Santa Cruz, NM $35,536

Serafina, NM $34,784

Taos, NM $34,737

Tererro, NM $35,632

Tesuque, NM $35,767

Tierra Amarilla, NM $34,737

Trampas, NM $35,069

Tres Piedras, NM $34,639

Truchas, NM $35,389

Vadito, NM $35,052

Valdez, NM $34,674

Vallecitos, NM $34,647

Velarde, NM $35,213

Villanueva, NM $34,805

Spaceport City, NM $34,095

Las Vegas, NM $34,509

Angel Fire, NM $34,611

Anton Chico, NM $34,450

Buena Vista, NM $34,766

Chacon, NM $34,791

Cimarron, NM $34,557

Cleveland, NM $35,037

Eagle Nest, NM $34,583

Guadalupita, NM $34,737

Holman, NM $34,948

La Loma, NM $34,392

Maxwell, NM $34,569

Miami, NM $34,494

Mills, NM $34,372

Montezuma, NM $35,215

Mora, NM $35,087

Mosquero, NM $34,342

Ocate, NM $34,532

Ojo Feliz, NM $34,622

Rainsville, NM $34,774

Raton, NM $34,656

Rociada, NM $35,233

Roy, NM $34,379

Sapello, NM $34,927

Solano, NM $34,337

Springer, NM $34,479

Ute Park, NM $34,573

Valmora, NM $34,480

Wagon Mound, NM $34,441

Watrous, NM $34,492

Socorro, NM $34,412

Aragon, NM $34,516

Datil, NM $34,374

Lemitar, NM $34,572

Luna, NM $34,577

Magdalena, NM $34,376

Pie Town, NM $34,491

Polvadera, NM $34,655

Quemado, NM $34,563

Reserve, NM $34,501

San Acacia, NM $34,713

San Antonio, NM $34,222

Truth Or Consequences, NM $34,214

Arrey, NM $34,209

Caballo, NM $34,232

Derry, NM $34,058

Elephant Butte, NM $34,303

Garfield, NM $33,959

Hatch, NM $33,415

Monticello, NM $34,213

Rincon, NM $33,223

Salem, NM $33,853

Williamsburg, NM $34,258

Winston, NM $34,238

Las Cruces, NM $32,788

White Sands Missile Range, NM $32,895

Santa Teresa, NM $33,135

Playas, NM $34,373

Animas, NM $34,457

Anthony, NM $33,127

Arenas Valley, NM $34,396

Bayard, NM $34,364

Berino, NM $32,976

Buckhorn, NM $34,400

Santa Clara, NM $34,425

Chamberino, NM $33,011

Cliff, NM $34,360

Columbus, NM $34,268

Deming, NM $34,276

Dona Ana, NM $32,789

Fairacres, NM $32,887

Faywood, NM $34,260

Fort Bayard, NM $34,392

Gila, NM $34,309

Glenwood, NM $34,336

Hachita, NM $34,268

Hanover, NM $34,275

Hillsboro, NM $34,205

Hurley, NM $34,341

La Mesa, NM $33,415

Lordsburg, NM $34,347

Mesilla, NM $32,789

Mesilla Park, NM $32,792

Mesquite, NM $32,820

Mimbres, NM $34,302

Mule Creek, NM $34,395

Organ, NM $32,809

Pinos Altos, NM $34,359

Radium Springs, NM $32,802

Redrock, NM $34,272

Rodeo, NM $34,501

San Miguel, NM $32,808

Silver City, NM $34,360

Sunland Park, NM $32,958

Tyrone, NM $34,462

Vado, NM $32,833

Chaparral, NM $33,247

Clovis, NM $34,294

Cannon Afb, NM $34,218

Broadview, NM $34,194

Causey, NM $34,135

Crossroads, NM $34,054

Dora, NM $34,216

Elida, NM $34,074

Floyd, NM $34,157

Fort Sumner, NM $34,130

Grady, NM $34,227

House, NM $34,199

Kenna, NM $34,075

Lingo, NM $34,133

Melrose, NM $34,205

Milnesand, NM $34,061

Pep, NM $34,108

Portales, NM $34,233

Rogers, NM $34,117

Saint Vrain, NM $34,227

Taiban, NM $34,118

Texico, NM $34,240

Yeso, NM $33,994

Roswell, NM $34,034

Artesia, NM $34,101

Caprock, NM $34,032

Carlsbad, NM $34,123

Dexter, NM $34,058

Eunice, NM $34,154

Hagerman, NM $34,075

Hobbs, NM $34,204

Hope, NM $33,950

Jal, NM $34,113

Lake Arthur, NM $34,018

Lakewood, NM $34,069

Loco Hills, NM $34,132

Loving, NM $34,115

Lovington, NM $34,171

Mcdonald, NM $34,077

Malaga, NM $34,081

Maljamar, NM $34,048

Monument, NM $34,128

Tatum, NM $34,099

Whites City, NM $34,157

Carrizozo, NM $33,872

Alamogordo, NM $33,764

Alto, NM $33,877

Bent, NM $33,771

Capitan, NM $33,799

Cloudcroft, NM $33,767

Corona, NM $34,020

Encino, NM $34,293

Fort Stanton, NM $33,813

Glencoe, NM $33,789

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $33,761

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $33,761

Hondo, NM $33,820

La Luz, NM $33,761

Lincoln, NM $33,721

Mayhill, NM $33,837

Mescalero, NM $33,776

Nogal, NM $33,921

Orogrande, NM $33,778

Picacho, NM $33,813

Pinon, NM $33,940

Ruidoso, NM $33,942

Ruidoso Downs, NM $33,895

Sacramento, NM $33,791

San Patricio, NM $33,831

Sunspot, NM $33,761

Timberon, NM $33,834

Tinnie, NM $33,793

Tularosa, NM $33,783

Vaughn, NM $34,155

Weed, NM $33,833

Tucumcari, NM $34,324

Amistad, NM $34,280

Bard, NM $34,225

Capulin, NM $34,613

Clayton, NM $34,347

Conchas Dam, NM $34,378

Cuervo, NM $34,212

Des Moines, NM $34,476

Folsom, NM $34,529

Garita, NM $34,312

Gladstone, NM $34,381

Grenville, NM $34,374

Logan, NM $34,323

Mcalister, NM $34,217

Nara Visa, NM $34,242

Newkirk, NM $34,280

Quay, NM $34,299

San Jon, NM $34,263

Santa Rosa, NM $34,299

Sedan, NM $34,311

Trementina, NM $34,310

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Recreation Officer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Recreation Officer positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Recreation Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Recreation Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$43,819	$21.0	25%

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Recreation Officer'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.

$32,967

Average $35,055/year

$37,497

$2,747

Average $2,921/month

$3,125

$634

Average $674/week

$721

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,497	$3,125	$721	$18
Average	$35,055	$2,921	$674	$17
25th Percentile	$32,967	$2,747	$634	$16

Find Your Next Assistant Recreation Officer Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Assistant Recreation Officer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

The GEO Group | HUDSON, CO

Officer

The GEO Group | HUDSON, CO

The Officer oversees and maintains custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees of a facility, while enforcing the rules, regulations, policies, and ... more

2 Days Ago
Glens Falls Center | QUEENSBURY, NY

Recreation Aide Certified Nursing Assistant

Glens Falls Center | QUEENSBURY, NY

Glens Falls Center seeks a compassionate Recreation Aide Certified Nursing Assistant to support resident well-being through engaging activities and quality... more

2 Days Ago
Hayward Area Recreation | HAYWARD, CA

Recreation Specialist II

Hayward Area Recreation | HAYWARD, CA

Description Do you believe exceptional customer service can make someone’s entire day better. If you’re energized by connecting people to opportunities, so... more

2 Days Ago
Securitas | ELLENDALE, ND

Security Officer

Securitas | ELLENDALE, ND

Securitas is hiring an Overnight Security Officer to protect people, property, and assets during night shifts. In this role, you will patrol facilities, mo... more

1 Day Ago
Securitas | KIHEI, HI

Security Officer

Securitas | KIHEI, HI

Securitas is seeking Security Officers for our Maui Wailea client site. In this role, you will control access, conduct foot and vehicle patrols, monitor al... more

2 Days Ago
Securitas | KAILUA KONA, HI

Security Officer

Securitas | KAILUA KONA, HI

Securitas is hiring Security Officers in Kona and Waimea to protect people, property, and assets for diverse clients. In this role, you will control access... more

2 Days Ago

For Employees

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Get a Salary Increase

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

Search Job Openings

For Employers

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Adjust Employee Salary

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Price My Industry Jobs

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary in New Mexico

Check out Assistant Recreation Officer Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries?

How Do Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Recreation Officer

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for an Assistant Recreation Officer

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Find Your Next Assistant Recreation Officer Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary in New Mexico

Check out Assistant Recreation Officer Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries?

How Do Assistant Recreation Officer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Recreation Officer

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for an Assistant Recreation Officer

Assistant Recreation Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Assistant Recreation Officer

Find Your Next Assistant Recreation Officer Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?