Occupational Therapists pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for occupational therapists is $47.35 an hour ($98,490 a year). About 2,060 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Louisiana ranks 27th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.36 | $61,070 |
| 25% of workers | $34.78 | $72,350 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.35 | $98,490 |
| 75% of workers | $51.87 | $107,880 |
| 90% of workers | $60.88 | $126,630 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $102,520 | 390 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $99,250 | 150 |
| Monroe | $98,980 | 130 |
| Alexandria | $98,490 | 100 |
| Baton Rouge | $98,030 | 430 |
| Lafayette | $85,710 | 150 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $84,690 | 180 |
| Lake Charles | $83,840 | 70 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $82,720 | 120 |
| Hammond | $81,190 | 70 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,230 |
| Physicians, All Other | $350,920 |
| Physical Therapists | $98,530 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $31,440 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,370 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $22,460 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,090 |
| Pharmacists | $132,410 |
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