Occupational Therapists pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for occupational therapists is $49.25 an hour ($102,440 a year). About 3,150 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($100,330). Connecticut ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.71 | $76,360 |
| 25% of workers | $40.81 | $84,890 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.25 | $102,440 |
| 75% of workers | $53.68 | $111,660 |
| 90% of workers | $61.36 | $127,630 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $105,240 | 750 |
| New Haven | $102,680 | 410 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $102,670 | 210 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $100,570 | 1,140 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $99,460 | 380 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $102,740 |
| Physicians, All Other | $214,990 |
| Physical Therapists | $104,360 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $56,340 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $55,500 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $75,880 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $72,780 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,770 |
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