Occupational therapist salary in United States

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist is $51.87 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 96.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Occupational Therapist salaries typically range between a low of $34.34 and a high of $78.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Occupational Therapist include Brooklyn, NY at $62.37 per hour, New York, NY at $62.30 per hour, and Bronx, NY at $60.59 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Occupational Therapist include On With Life ($470,026 per year) and TheKey ($370,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Occupational Therapist salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Occupational Therapist: Average $86,591 per year
• Occupational Therapist II: Average $53.83 per hour
• Occupational Therapist III: Average $87,862 per year
• Senior Occupational Therapist: Average $127,167 per year