How much does an occupational therapist make in Nebraska?
$93,740a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Nebraska. That is $45.07 an hour or $7,812 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.07
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,370Median: $93,740Highest 10%: $107,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,370 | $33.83 | |
| 25th | $80,350 | $38.63 | |
| Median | $93,740 | $45.07 | |
| 75th | $102,600 | $49.31 | |
| 90th | $107,800 | $51.82 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $96,320 |
| Omaha, NE | $93,650 |
| Sioux City, IA | $92,600 |
| Grand Island, NE | $87,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 36. West Virginia | $96,190 |
| 37. Mississippi | $94,930 |
| 38. Alabama | $94,050 |
| 39. Nebraska | $93,740 |
| 40. Vermont | $93,340 |
| 41. Minnesota | $93,050 |
| 42. North Carolina | $92,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $45.07 ($93,740 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $93,740 against $100,300 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for occupational therapist pay?
Nebraska ranks 39 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays occupational therapists the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $96,320 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.