How much does an occupational therapist make in Boulder?
$123,500a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $59.37 an hour or $10,290 a month.
- Hourly
- $59.37
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $85,910Median: $123,500Highest 10%: $174,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $85,910 | $41.30 | |
| 25th | $103,900 | $49.93 | |
| Median | $123,500 | $59.37 | |
| 75th | $135,400 | $65.09 | |
| 90th | $174,800 | $84.03 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Denver, CO | $107,500 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $107,400 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $105,800 |
| Greeley, CO | $104,000 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $102,600 |
| Pueblo, CO | $100,300 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $465,900 |
| Physician | $453,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $297,100 |
| Radiologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $211,600 |
| Dentist | $180,400 |
| Pharmacist | $164,200 |
| Optometrist | $153,500 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $138,800 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $59.37 ($123,500 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $123,500 against $100,300 nationally, 23% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $106,700, so Boulder pays 16% more.
Where does Boulder rank for occupational therapist pay?
9 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $85,910 or less a year; the top 10% make $174,800 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.