Occupational Therapists pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for occupational therapists is $47.33 an hour ($98,440 a year). About 6,560 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Pennsylvania ranks 28th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.23 | $69,120 |
| 25% of workers | $39.37 | $81,880 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.33 | $98,440 |
| 75% of workers | $54.00 | $112,320 |
| 90% of workers | $61.92 | $128,790 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg | $107,880 | 30 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $103,140 | 3,410 |
| Lancaster | $102,460 | 240 |
| York-Hanover | $99,180 | 160 |
| Lebanon | $98,860 | 40 |
| Williamsport | $98,580 | 70 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $98,440 | 470 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $98,240 | 430 |
| Chambersburg | $97,020 | 70 |
| Reading | $95,470 | 170 |
| State College | $94,940 | 50 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $93,750 | 330 |
| Erie | $93,560 | 120 |
| Pittsburgh | $90,860 | 1,170 |
| Altoona | $86,900 | 110 |
| Johnstown | $84,150 | 90 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $96,430 |
| Physicians, All Other | $217,310 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,380 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,930 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $62,580 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $48,650 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $71,590 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,520 |
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