How much does an occupational therapist make in Springfield?
$97,200a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $46.73 an hour or $8,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.73
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 201 of 365
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,720Median: $97,200Highest 10%: $123,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,720 | $34.48 | |
| 25th | $78,700 | $37.84 | |
| Median | $97,200 | $46.73 | |
| 75th | $107,100 | $51.51 | |
| 90th | $123,900 | $59.55 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists.
| Kansas City, MO | $99,840 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $98,990 |
| Columbia, MO | $98,550 |
| St. Louis, MO | $95,770 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $95,110 |
| Joplin, MO | $93,410 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $92,640 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $869,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $354,800 |
| Physician | $300,000 |
| Dentist | $214,100 |
| Optometrist | $138,200 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $129,300 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Veterinarian | $102,700 |
| Physical Therapist | $97,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $46.73 ($97,200 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $97,200 against $100,300 nationally, 3% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $97,290, so Springfield pays 0% more.
Where does Springfield rank for occupational therapist pay?
201 of 365 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $71,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $123,900 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.