How much does an occupational therapist make in Arkansas?
$106,400a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Arkansas. That is $51.13 an hour or $8,863 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.13
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,160Median: $106,400Highest 10%: $144,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,160 | $31.33 | |
| 25th | $81,810 | $39.33 | |
| Median | $106,400 | $51.13 | |
| 75th | $128,200 | $61.64 | |
| 90th | $144,300 | $69.35 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $107,800 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $106,400 |
| Texarkana, TX | $106,100 |
| Little Rock, AR | $104,700 |
| Memphis, TN | $99,960 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $97,740 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $82,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 5. Washington | $107,700 |
| 6. Maryland | $107,000 |
| 7. Colorado | $106,700 |
| 8. Arkansas | $106,400 |
| 9. Texas | $106,100 |
| 10. Oklahoma | $104,300 |
| 11. Georgia | $104,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $51.13 ($106,400 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Arkansas than the national average?
Yes: $106,400 against $100,300 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Arkansas rank for occupational therapist pay?
Arkansas ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays occupational therapists the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $107,800 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.