How much does an occupational therapist make in Missouri?
$97,290a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Missouri. That is $46.77 an hour or $8,108 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.77
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,880Median: $97,290Highest 10%: $120,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,880 | $34.56 | |
| 25th | $81,230 | $39.05 | |
| Median | $97,290 | $46.77 | |
| 75th | $106,200 | $51.05 | |
| 90th | $120,100 | $57.75 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $99,840 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $98,990 |
| Columbia, MO | $98,550 |
| Springfield, MO | $97,200 |
| St. Louis, MO | $95,770 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $95,110 |
| Joplin, MO | $93,410 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $92,640 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 29. Idaho | $97,760 |
| 30. Tennessee | $97,700 |
| 31. Kentucky | $97,650 |
| 32. Missouri | $97,290 |
| 33. Utah | $97,150 |
| 34. Indiana | $97,020 |
| 35. New York | $96,390 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $46.77 ($97,290 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $97,290 against $100,300 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Missouri rank for occupational therapist pay?
Missouri ranks 32 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays occupational therapists the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $99,840 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.