Occupational Therapists pay in Milwaukee-Waukesha
In Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI), the median pay for occupational therapists is $45.20 an hour ($94,020 a year). About 1,220 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($100,330). It is 2% higher than the Wisconsin median ($92,390).
Pay range for occupational therapists in Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.45 | $75,820 |
| 25% of workers | $38.59 | $80,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.20 | $94,020 |
| 75% of workers | $49.19 | $102,320 |
| 90% of workers | $53.44 | $111,160 |
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 (this page) | $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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $97,360 |
| Physicians, All Other | $411,200 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,030 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $38,560 |
| Pharmacists | $153,340 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $134,350 |
| Physician Assistants | $135,040 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $88,190 |
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