How much does an occupational therapist make in District of Columbia?
$109,200a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in District of Columbia. That is $52.49 an hour or $9,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.49
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,760Median: $109,200Highest 10%: $129,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,760 | $39.31 | |
| 25th | $96,800 | $46.54 | |
| Median | $109,200 | $52.49 | |
| 75th | $125,100 | $60.16 | |
| 90th | $129,800 | $62.41 |
Cities in District of Columbia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $103,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 1. California | $124,500 |
| 2. Oregon | $112,300 |
| 3. Nevada | $110,500 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $109,200 |
| 5. Washington | $107,700 |
| 6. Maryland | $107,000 |
| 7. Colorado | $106,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in District of Columbia?
The median hourly pay in District of Columbia is $52.49 ($109,200 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in District of Columbia than the national average?
Yes: $109,200 against $100,300 nationally, 9% more.
Where does District of Columbia rank for occupational therapist pay?
District of Columbia ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in District of Columbia pays occupational therapists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $103,000 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.