Occupational Therapists pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for occupational therapists is $45.21 an hour ($94,050 a year). About 1,500 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Alabama ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.86 | $76,670 |
| 25% of workers | $39.67 | $82,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.21 | $94,050 |
| 75% of workers | $51.76 | $107,650 |
| 90% of workers | $59.55 | $123,870 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa | $100,760 | 60 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $97,600 | 40 |
| Decatur | $97,460 | 30 |
| Birmingham | $95,250 | 540 |
| Montgomery | $93,910 | 90 |
| Huntsville | $93,620 | 130 |
| Mobile | $90,630 | 110 |
| Dothan | $89,380 | 60 |
| Gadsden | $87,620 | 80 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $84,630 | 30 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for occupational therapists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +14.8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 10,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,080 |
| Physicians, All Other | $272,610 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $36,680 |
| Physical Therapists | $97,290 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,430 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $62,250 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $27,290 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $54,040 |
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