Healthcare
Occupational Therapist Salary
Helps patients regain the skills needed for daily living and work after injury or illness.
Low
$74,000
Average
$96,000
High
$120,000
What this role does
- Assess patients' functional abilities
- Design therapy plans for daily-living skills
- Recommend adaptive equipment
- Track and document progress
Education & path in
Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy
Experience level: Entry-level with license; fieldwork required during training
Where it pays best
States that typically pay above the national average for this role: California, Nevada, New Jersey, Texas, Connecticut. Actual pay depends heavily on metro area, employer size, and cost of living.
Job outlook
Much faster than average
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Figures are editorial estimates as of Jul 1, 2026, not official government statistics. For official data, see the Bureau of Labor Statistics.