Occupational Therapists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for occupational therapists is $44.42 an hour ($92,390 a year). About 3,710 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). Wisconsin ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.39 | $73,610 |
| 25% of workers | $37.71 | $78,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $44.42 | $92,390 |
| 75% of workers | $49.15 | $102,240 |
| 90% of workers | $53.34 | $110,950 |
Occupational Therapists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | $95,670 | 610 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $95,420 | 90 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $94,750 | 70 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $94,020 | 1,220 |
| Kenosha | $93,120 | 110 |
| Eau Claire | $92,610 | 90 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $91,670 | 100 |
| Appleton | $90,310 | 140 |
| Wausau | $90,030 | 70 |
| Green Bay | $88,730 | 250 |
| Sheboygan | $84,520 | 90 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $82,560 | 120 |
| Fond du Lac | $79,390 | 40 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,530 |
| Physicians, All Other | $391,740 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,840 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,290 |
| Rehabilitation Counselors | $46,530 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,080 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $59,960 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $36,820 |
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