Occupational Therapists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $85,250 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $40.99
10th percentile $66,530
90th percentile $106,060
Employed locally 180
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,530
    25th
    $69,240
    50th (median)
    $85,250
    75th
    $100,270
    90th
    $106,060

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Pharmacists $139,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,460
    Physical Therapists $98,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $40.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.16 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 13.3% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $66,530 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,240.