How much does an occupational therapist make in Columbus?
$94,580a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area. That is $45.47 an hour or $7,882 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.47
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 246 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,140Median: $94,580Highest 10%: $127,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,140 | $29.39 | |
| 25th | $76,010 | $36.54 | |
| Median | $94,580 | $45.47 | |
| 75th | $111,000 | $53.37 | |
| 90th | $127,500 | $61.28 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Atlanta, GA | $106,200 |
| Athens, GA | $101,100 |
| Macon, GA | $100,700 |
| Augusta, GA | $99,880 |
| Rome, GA | $99,490 |
| Gainesville, GA | $98,490 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $95,960 |
| Savannah, GA | $95,830 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nurse Anesthetist | $230,000 |
| Dentist | $196,300 |
| Physician | $191,400 |
| Pediatrician | $182,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $179,400 |
| Pharmacist | $132,800 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,500 |
| Physician Assistant | $117,000 |
| Veterinarian | $99,840 |
| Physical Therapist | $98,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, GA-AL metro area is $45.47 ($94,580 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Columbus than the national average?
No: $94,580 against $100,300 nationally, 6% less.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $104,000, so Columbus pays 9% less.
Where does Columbus rank for occupational therapist pay?
246 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $127,500 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.