How much does an occupational therapist make in Massachusetts?
$100,900a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Massachusetts. That is $48.52 an hour or $8,411 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.52
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,140Median: $100,900Highest 10%: $127,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,140 | $35.16 | |
| 25th | $83,960 | $40.37 | |
| Median | $100,900 | $48.52 | |
| 75th | $110,200 | $52.97 | |
| 90th | $127,400 | $61.24 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $102,900 |
| Boston, MA | $101,900 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $99,570 |
| Worcester, MA | $98,300 |
| Providence, RI | $98,000 |
| Springfield, MA | $96,450 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $95,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 16. Connecticut | $102,400 |
| 17. Delaware | $102,100 |
| 18. South Carolina | $101,100 |
| 19. Massachusetts | $100,900 |
| 20. Virginia | $100,700 |
| 21. Rhode Island | $100,000 |
| 22. Illinois | $99,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $48.52 ($100,900 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $100,900 against $100,300 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for occupational therapist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays occupational therapists the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $102,900 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.