Occupational Therapists Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $104,420 +6.2% vs national
Median hourly $50.20
10th percentile $59,850
90th percentile $134,170
Employed locally 60
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,850
    25th
    $76,080
    50th (median)
    $104,420
    75th
    $115,440
    90th
    $134,170

    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

    Related occupations in Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,460
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,710
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,170
    Pharmacists $132,190
    Nurse Practitioners $122,260
    Paramedics $46,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Northeast Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Northeast Louisiana is $50.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.22 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Louisiana above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Northeast Louisiana is 6.2% 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 Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $59,850 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,080.