How much does an occupational therapist make in Memphis?
$99,960a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $48.06 an hour or $8,330 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.06
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 137 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,350Median: $99,960Highest 10%: $123,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,350 | $36.23 | |
| 25th | $83,790 | $40.28 | |
| Median | $99,960 | $48.06 | |
| 75th | $110,700 | $53.23 | |
| 90th | $123,500 | $59.36 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Nashville, TN | $100,600 |
| Clarksville, TN | $97,470 |
| Kingsport, TN | $96,790 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $95,960 |
| Johnson City, TN | $94,940 |
| Knoxville, TN | $94,490 |
| Jackson, TN | $87,360 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $389,000 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $325,500 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $298,600 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $256,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $243,200 |
| Dentist | $238,000 |
| Pediatrician | $168,200 |
| Pharmacist | $134,200 |
| Optometrist | $129,100 |
| Veterinarian | $125,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $48.06 ($99,960 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $99,960 against $100,300 nationally, 0% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $97,700, so Memphis pays 2% more.
Where does Memphis rank for occupational therapist pay?
137 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $75,350 or less a year; the top 10% make $123,500 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.