Occupational Therapists Salary (2025)
Based on 162,450 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $71,690 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $82,510 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $100,330 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $116,670 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $131,950 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$72K
25th
$83K
Median
$100K
75th
$117K
90th
$132K
Highest Paying States for Occupational Therapists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $121,920 |
| Nevada | $112,290 |
| Oregon | $112,000 |
| Colorado | $111,620 |
| District of Columbia | $110,850 |
| New Jersey | $110,150 |
| Washington | $110,100 |
| Alaska | $108,000 |
| Texas | $107,630 |
| Maryland | $106,300 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Occupational Therapists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $121,920 per year, while Maryland has an average of $106,300 — a difference of $15,620. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Occupational Therapists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 162,450 workers were employed as Occupational Therapistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $101,280 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1122