How much does an occupational therapist make in Peoria?
$96,920a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $46.60 an hour or $8,077 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.60
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 206 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,930Median: $96,920Highest 10%: $127,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,930 | $31.70 | |
| 25th | $77,710 | $37.36 | |
| Median | $96,920 | $46.60 | |
| 75th | $102,400 | $49.23 | |
| 90th | $127,200 | $61.15 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Springfield, IL | $102,800 |
| Chicago, IL | $99,860 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $98,990 |
| Rockford, IL | $96,620 |
| St. Louis, MO | $95,770 |
| Paducah, KY | $94,250 |
| Bloomington, IL | $90,060 |
| Davenport, IA | $87,390 |
| Champaign, IL | $80,040 |
Related jobs in Peoria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nurse Anesthetist | $310,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $241,900 |
| Physician | $224,700 |
| Dentist | $168,800 |
| Optometrist | $166,600 |
| Pharmacist | $139,900 |
| Veterinarian | $135,900 |
| Physician Assistant | $133,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,900 |
| Physical Therapist | $98,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $46.60 ($96,920 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Peoria than the national average?
No: $96,920 against $100,300 nationally, 3% less.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $99,700, so Peoria pays 3% less.
Where does Peoria rank for occupational therapist pay?
206 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $65,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $127,200 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.