verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Occupational Therapist Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$107,670/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$51.77/hr
▲ 7% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
3,340
public U.S. Median
$100,330
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$100,614 #29 of 51

Occupational Therapist pay in Washington, explained

Occupational therapists in Washington earn a median of $107,670 per year ($51.77 per hour), which is 7% above the national median of $100,330. Entry-level workers earn around $83,110, while the most experienced occupational therapists reach about $135,290. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $107,670 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $107,670 is worth about $100,614 in national buying power — ranking Washington #29 for real pay (vs #5 on the sticker number).

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Occupational Therapist pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$83,110
$39.96/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$107,670
$51.77/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$135,290
$65.04/hr

Occupational Therapist pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $107,670 $100,614
Oregon $112,310 $108,658 −$4,640
Idaho $97,760 $102,373 +$9,910

Occupational Therapist in Washington: FAQ

How much do occupational therapists make in Washington?

Occupational therapists in Washington earn a median of $107,670 per year ($51.77 per hour), compared with $100,330 nationally.

Does Washington pay occupational therapists well?

At $107,670, Washington pays 7% above the national median for occupational therapists. An estimated 3,340 work in the state.

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