Occupational Therapists pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for occupational therapists is $48.01 an hour ($99,860 a year). About 5,960 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($100,330). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($99,700).
Pay range for occupational therapists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.53 | $73,900 |
| 25% of workers | $39.61 | $82,390 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.01 | $99,860 |
| 75% of workers | $53.45 | $111,170 |
| 90% of workers | $65.46 | $136,160 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $102,810 | 100 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $99,860 | 5,960 |
| Peoria | $96,920 | 190 |
| Rockford | $96,620 | 130 |
| Bloomington | $90,060 | 80 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $80,040 | 120 |
| Kankakee | $79,620 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,490 |
| Physicians, All Other | $94,820 |
| Physical Therapists | $105,720 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,060 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,230 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $49,350 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $67,840 |
| Pharmacists | $140,880 |
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