Occupational Therapists pay in West Virginia
In West Virginia, the median pay for occupational therapists is $46.25 an hour ($96,190 a year). About 700 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). West Virginia ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in West Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.26 | $60,870 |
| 25% of workers | $36.01 | $74,890 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.25 | $96,190 |
| 75% of workers | $51.75 | $107,650 |
| 90% of workers | $62.24 | $129,460 |
Occupational Therapists pay in West Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Wheeling | $100,680 | 70 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $98,930 | 140 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $96,040 | 40 |
| Morgantown | $94,330 | 80 |
| Beckley | $93,820 | 30 |
| Weirton-Steubenville | $92,580 | 60 |
| Charleston | $91,520 | 80 |
West Virginia unemployment rate: 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)
Related jobs in West Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,130 |
| Physicians, All Other | $258,020 |
| Physical Therapists | $96,600 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $60,430 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $34,100 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $127,320 |
| Pharmacists | $133,430 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $68,670 |
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