Occupational Therapists pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for occupational therapists is $51.31 an hour ($106,720 a year). About 3,390 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($100,330). Colorado ranks 7th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.13 | $81,390 |
| 25% of workers | $45.29 | $94,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $51.31 | $106,720 |
| 75% of workers | $61.66 | $128,250 |
| 90% of workers | $75.88 | $157,820 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $123,490 | 260 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $107,500 | 1,870 |
| Grand Junction | $107,380 | 110 |
| Colorado Springs | $105,780 | 520 |
| Greeley | $104,030 | 120 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $102,550 | 0 |
| Pueblo | $100,340 | 60 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 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 Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,260 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,030 |
| Physicians, All Other | $298,320 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $47,430 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,810 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $47,840 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,340 |
| Pharmacists | $156,030 |
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