Occupational Therapists Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $96,120 -2.3% vs national
Median hourly $46.21
10th percentile $73,880
90th percentile $123,680
Employed locally 90
National median $98,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,880
    25th
    $81,190
    50th (median)
    $96,120
    75th
    $107,810
    90th
    $123,680

    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$77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62,000
    Pharmacy Technicians$41,170
    Emergency Medical Technicians$35,310
    Paramedics$47,610
    Nurse Practitioners$126,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapists make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapists in West Central Illinois is $46.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.65 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Occupational Therapists salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapists salary in West Central Illinois is 2.3% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $73,880 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,190.