Occupational Therapists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $84,140 -14.4% vs national
Median hourly $40.45
10th percentile $68,410
90th percentile $104,340
Employed locally 110
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,410
    25th
    $76,580
    50th (median)
    $84,140
    75th
    $99,590
    90th
    $104,340

    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 $90,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,630
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,110
    Pharmacists $145,600
    Dental Hygienists $93,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Southeast Minnesota is $40.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.74 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 14.4% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $68,410 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,580.