Occupational Therapists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for occupational therapists is $51.77 an hour ($107,670 a year). About 3,340 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($100,330). Washington ranks 5th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.96 | $83,110 |
| 25% of workers | $45.99 | $95,650 |
| Half of workers (median) | $51.77 | $107,670 |
| 75% of workers | $61.25 | $127,390 |
| 90% of workers | $65.04 | $135,290 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Yakima | $111,400 | 40 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $109,860 | 2,020 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $106,530 | 100 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $105,460 | 120 |
| Bellingham | $105,020 | 100 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $102,680 | 50 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $102,460 | 100 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $101,360 | 60 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $99,280 | 320 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $124,200 |
| Physicians, All Other | $307,170 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $58,050 |
| Physical Therapists | $105,950 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $66,450 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $52,470 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $39,500 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $77,590 |
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