How much does an occupational therapist make in Cleveland?
$103,100a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $49.55 an hour or $8,588 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.55
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 81 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 1,200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,250Median: $103,100Highest 10%: $124,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,250 | $37.14 | |
| 25th | $83,510 | $40.15 | |
| Median | $103,100 | $49.55 | |
| 75th | $111,200 | $53.47 | |
| 90th | $124,100 | $59.68 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Dayton, OH | $103,800 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $100,900 |
| Wheeling, WV | $100,700 |
| Toledo, OH | $100,300 |
| Huntington, WV | $98,930 |
| Columbus, OH | $98,920 |
| Akron, OH | $98,520 |
| Canton, OH | $98,040 |
| Weirton, WV | $92,580 |
| Youngstown, OH | $92,200 |
| Lima, OH | $84,890 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Neurologist | $383,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $324,300 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $323,500 |
| Orthodontist | $318,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $271,800 |
| Physician | $248,400 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $231,800 |
| Pediatrician | $218,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $49.55 ($103,100 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $103,100 against $100,300 nationally, 3% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $99,390, so Cleveland pays 4% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for occupational therapist pay?
81 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $77,250 or less a year; the top 10% make $124,100 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.