Occupational Therapists Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $100,460 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $48.30
10th percentile $59,960
90th percentile $133,690
Employed locally 110
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,960
    25th
    $78,790
    50th (median)
    $100,460
    75th
    $114,340
    90th
    $133,690

    Top-paying metros for Occupational Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $134,720
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $133,850
    Vallejo, CA $129,830
    Chico, CA $128,980
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $128,960
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $126,220

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $96,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $67,890
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,890
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,680
    Physical Therapists $101,820
    Dental Hygienists $95,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Connecticut is $48.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.36 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Connecticut is 2.2% above the national median of $98,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Occupational Therapists in Connecticut?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $59,960 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,790.