Occupational Therapists Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $83,060 -15.5% vs national
Median hourly $39.94
10th percentile $37,330
90th percentile $129,280
Employed locally 160
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,330
    25th
    $74,410
    50th (median)
    $83,060
    75th
    $102,750
    90th
    $129,280

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,980
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Physicians, All Other $214,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Southern Ohio is $39.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.42 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Southern Ohio is 15.5% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $37,330 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,410.