Occupational Therapists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,390 -12.2% vs national
Median hourly $41.53
10th percentile $71,620
90th percentile $104,330
Employed locally 200
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,620
    25th
    $77,030
    50th (median)
    $86,390
    75th
    $99,280
    90th
    $104,330

    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 $81,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,100
    Dental Hygienists $80,520
    Emergency Medical Technicians $43,190
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $41.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.66 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 12.2% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $71,620 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,030.