Occupational Therapists pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for occupational therapists is $46.65 an hour ($97,020 a year). About 3,830 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Indiana ranks 34th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.44 | $69,550 |
| 25% of workers | $39.40 | $81,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.65 | $97,020 |
| 75% of workers | $50.33 | $104,680 |
| 90% of workers | $57.67 | $119,950 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $100,080 | 1,660 |
| Bloomington | $97,480 | 70 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $96,740 | 110 |
| Terre Haute | $94,410 | 60 |
| Muncie | $94,050 | 50 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $92,680 | 140 |
| Kokomo | $92,320 | 40 |
| Evansville | $89,850 | 280 |
| Fort Wayne | $86,580 | 300 |
| Elkhart-Goshen | $84,960 | 50 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $83,500 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,910 |
| Physicians, All Other | $366,190 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,560 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,280 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $44,390 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,660 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,100 |
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