How much does an occupational therapist make in Athens?
$101,100a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area. That is $48.60 an hour or $8,423 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.60
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 112 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,350Median: $101,100Highest 10%: $121,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,350 | $34.78 | |
| 25th | $78,230 | $37.61 | |
| Median | $101,100 | $48.60 | |
| 75th | $107,000 | $51.43 | |
| 90th | $121,800 | $58.53 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Atlanta, GA | $106,200 |
| Macon, GA | $100,700 |
| Augusta, GA | $99,880 |
| Rome, GA | $99,490 |
| Gainesville, GA | $98,490 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $95,960 |
| Savannah, GA | $95,830 |
| Columbus, GA | $94,580 |
Related jobs in Athens
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $388,400 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $281,100 |
| Physician | $235,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $217,100 |
| Pharmacist | $132,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,100 |
| Physician Assistant | $125,500 |
| Veterinarian | $123,300 |
| Physical Therapist | $101,600 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist | $93,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Athens?
The median hourly pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area is $48.60 ($101,100 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Athens than the national average?
Yes: $101,100 against $100,300 nationally, 1% more.
How does Athens compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $104,000, so Athens pays 3% less.
Where does Athens rank for occupational therapist pay?
112 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Athens?
The lowest-paid 10% make $72,350 or less a year; the top 10% make $121,800 or more.
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.