How much does an occupational therapist make in Rhode Island?
$100,000a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Rhode Island. That is $48.10 an hour or $8,337 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.10
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,760Median: $100,000Highest 10%: $126,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,760 | $36.42 | |
| 25th | $84,710 | $40.73 | |
| Median | $100,000 | $48.10 | |
| 75th | $107,200 | $51.52 | |
| 90th | $126,600 | $60.88 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $98,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 18. South Carolina | $101,100 |
| 19. Massachusetts | $100,900 |
| 20. Virginia | $100,700 |
| 21. Rhode Island | $100,000 |
| 22. Illinois | $99,700 |
| 23. Ohio | $99,390 |
| 24. Florida | $99,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $48.10 ($100,000 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $100,000 against $100,300 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for occupational therapist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays occupational therapists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $98,000 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.