Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapists
SOC 29-1122
How Much Does an Occupational Therapist Make?
The national median salary for an Occupational Therapist is $99,710 per year ($47.94/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's 52% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become an Occupational Therapist
NBCOT exam + state license
Occupational Therapist Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 7% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 9,300 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Aging population; rehab services demand
What It's Like to Work as an Occupational Therapist
Expect a mix of desk work and some physical activity.
This role typically requires in-person work at a specific location.
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Career data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024-34 projections (released August 2025). Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2024.
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