Occupational Therapists pay in Kansas
In Kansas, the median pay for occupational therapists is $47.68 an hour ($99,170 a year). About 1,560 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($100,330). Kansas ranks 25th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Kansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.08 | $66,720 |
| 25% of workers | $39.42 | $82,000 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.68 | $99,170 |
| 75% of workers | $51.75 | $107,630 |
| 90% of workers | $58.15 | $120,950 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Kansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence | $101,060 | 50 |
| Topeka | $99,070 | 120 |
| Wichita | $99,000 | 320 |
| Manhattan | $88,610 | 70 |
Kansas unemployment rate: 3.8% (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 Kansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $79,320 |
| Physicians, All Other | $221,540 |
| Physical Therapists | $98,290 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,780 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $41,980 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,500 |
| Recreational Therapists | $40,010 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $65,010 |
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