Occupational Therapists Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $85,950 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $41.32
10th percentile $74,580
90th percentile $103,420
Employed locally 40
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,580
    25th
    $79,940
    50th (median)
    $85,950
    75th
    $98,070
    90th
    $103,420

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $83,520
    Physical Therapists $97,650
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,680
    Pharmacists $139,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,440
    Emergency Medical Technicians $33,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Southwest Montana is $41.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Southwest Montana is 12.6% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $74,580 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,940.