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How much does an occupational therapist make in Georgia?

$104,000a year

Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Georgia. That is $50.00 an hour or $8,668 a month.

Hourly
$50.00
Vs. national median
+4%
Rank among states
11 of 51
Jobs in the state
3,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,290Median: $104,000Highest 10%: $128,600
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$75,290$36.20
25th$82,320$39.58
Median$104,000$50.00
75th$118,600$57.00
90th$128,600$61.83

Cities in Georgia

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Dalton, GA$111,600
Atlanta, GA$106,200
Athens, GA$101,100
Macon, GA$100,700
Augusta, GA$99,880
Rome, GA$99,490
Gainesville, GA$98,490
Brunswick, GA$97,550
Warner Robins, GA$97,340
Chattanooga, TN$95,960
Savannah, GA$95,830
Columbus, GA$94,580
Valdosta, GA$92,430
Salaries for every job in Georgia

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for occupational therapists.

8. Arkansas$106,400
9. Texas$106,100
10. Oklahoma$104,300
11. Georgia$104,000
12. Alaska$103,700
13. Arizona$103,700
14. New Jersey$103,400
Occupational Therapist salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Georgia?

The median hourly pay in Georgia is $50.00 ($104,000 a year).

Do occupational therapists make more in Georgia than the national average?

Yes: $104,000 against $100,300 nationally, 4% more.

Where does Georgia rank for occupational therapist pay?

Georgia ranks 11 of 51 states.

Which city in Georgia pays occupational therapists the most?

Dalton, GA, with a median of $111,600 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.