Occupational Therapists Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $102,700 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $49.37
10th percentile $71,880
90th percentile $120,860
Employed locally 40
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,880
    25th
    $99,120
    50th (median)
    $102,700
    75th
    $108,520
    90th
    $120,860

    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 $84,410
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,120
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,970
    Physicians, All Other $188,510
    Pharmacists $136,480
    Nurse Practitioners $109,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in South Florida is $49.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.97 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in South Florida is 4.4% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $71,880 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,120.