How much does an occupational therapist make in Jackson?
$98,340a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $47.28 an hour or $8,195 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.28
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 177 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,520Median: $98,340Highest 10%: $108,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,520 | $35.83 | |
| 25th | $81,210 | $39.04 | |
| Median | $98,340 | $47.28 | |
| 75th | $104,500 | $50.25 | |
| 90th | $108,800 | $52.28 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Memphis, TN | $99,960 |
| Gulfport, MS | $97,240 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $79,590 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $333,500 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $297,800 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $237,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $200,500 |
| Dentist | $150,000 |
| Pharmacist | $132,100 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $124,700 |
| Optometrist | $122,800 |
| Veterinarian | $104,400 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $47.28 ($98,340 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $98,340 against $100,300 nationally, 2% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $94,930, so Jackson pays 4% more.
Where does Jackson rank for occupational therapist pay?
177 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $74,520 or less a year; the top 10% make $108,800 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.