Occupational Therapists Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $99,590 +1.3% vs national
Median hourly $47.88
10th percentile $74,000
90th percentile $133,300
Employed locally 40
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,000
    25th
    $81,810
    50th (median)
    $99,590
    75th
    $114,490
    90th
    $133,300

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,030
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,260
    Pharmacists $131,360
    Paramedics $45,700

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Northeast Virginia is $47.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.16 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Northeast Virginia is 1.3% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $74,000 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,810.