How much does an occupational therapist make in Rochester?
$85,000a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Rochester, MN metro area. That is $40.87 an hour or $7,083 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.87
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among cities
- 319 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,890Median: $85,000Highest 10%: $109,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,890 | $39.37 | |
| 25th | $83,900 | $40.34 | |
| Median | $85,000 | $40.87 | |
| 75th | $101,300 | $48.71 | |
| 90th | $109,100 | $52.47 |
Other cities in Minnesota
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| St. Cloud, MN | $93,950 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $93,600 |
| Mankato, MN | $87,770 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $84,660 |
| Duluth, MN | $84,440 |
| La Crosse, WI | $82,560 |
| Fargo, ND | $81,870 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $80,830 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $462,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $393,300 |
| Physician | $367,300 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $356,800 |
| Psychiatrist | $341,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $239,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $211,200 |
| Pharmacist | $164,300 |
| Physician Assistant | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, MN metro area is $40.87 ($85,000 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Rochester than the national average?
No: $85,000 against $100,300 nationally, 15% less.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of Minnesota?
The median in Minnesota is $93,050, so Rochester pays 9% less.
Where does Rochester rank for occupational therapist pay?
319 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $81,890 or less a year; the top 10% make $109,100 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.