Occupational Therapists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for occupational therapists is $50.01 an hour ($104,010 a year). About 3,650 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($100,330). Georgia ranks 11th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.20 | $75,290 |
| 25% of workers | $39.58 | $82,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.01 | $104,010 |
| 75% of workers | $57.00 | $118,560 |
| 90% of workers | $61.83 | $128,610 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dalton | $111,580 | 30 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $106,160 | 2,120 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $101,080 | 90 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $100,680 | 90 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $99,880 | 260 |
| Rome | $99,490 | 80 |
| Gainesville | $98,490 | 60 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $97,550 | 30 |
| Warner Robins | $97,340 | 30 |
| Savannah | $95,830 | 130 |
| Columbus | $94,580 | 160 |
| Valdosta | $92,430 | 40 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Physicians, All Other | $266,880 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,700 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,800 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $30,550 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,920 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $55,000 |
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