Occupational Therapists pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for occupational therapists is $45.64 an hour ($94,930 a year). About 1,340 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Mississippi ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.19 | $73,200 |
| 25% of workers | $38.19 | $79,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.64 | $94,930 |
| 75% of workers | $50.22 | $104,460 |
| 90% of workers | $54.79 | $113,950 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $98,340 | 400 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $97,240 | 200 |
| Hattiesburg | $79,590 | 80 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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)
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|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,090 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,990 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,770 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $35,320 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $124,730 |
| Pharmacists | $133,230 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $78,130 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $63,270 |
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