Occupational Therapists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $103,600 +5.3% vs national
Median hourly $49.81
10th percentile $78,420
90th percentile $125,420
Employed locally 110
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,420
    25th
    $93,430
    50th (median)
    $103,600
    75th
    $115,570
    90th
    $125,420

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$89,650
    Physical Therapists$95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians$47,590
    Dental Hygienists$102,020
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians$44,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Southwest Colorado is $49.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.85 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Southwest Colorado is 5.3% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $78,420 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $93,430.