Occupational Therapists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,550 -20.1% vs national
Median hourly $37.76
10th percentile $68,660
90th percentile $124,410
Employed locally 180
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,660
    25th
    $68,660
    50th (median)
    $78,550
    75th
    $98,090
    90th
    $124,410

    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 $77,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,720
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,510
    Physicians, All Other $506,500
    Nurse Practitioners $124,450
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $66,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Eastern Ohio is $37.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.18 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Eastern Ohio is 20.1% below 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $68,660 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,660.