Occupational Therapists pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for occupational therapists is $46.95 an hour ($97,650 a year). About 2,190 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Kentucky ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.15 | $71,030 |
| 25% of workers | $38.52 | $80,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.95 | $97,650 |
| 75% of workers | $50.59 | $105,220 |
| 90% of workers | $57.33 | $119,250 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $100,040 | 710 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $95,820 | 320 |
| Owensboro | $95,740 | 60 |
| Elizabethtown | $95,550 | 40 |
| Paducah | $94,250 | 50 |
| Bowling Green | $84,250 | 140 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,040 |
| Physical Therapists | $100,710 |
| Physicians, All Other | $327,390 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,480 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,370 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $58,540 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $65,230 |
| Pharmacists | $136,530 |
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