How much does an occupational therapist make in Washington?
$107,700a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapists in Washington. That is $51.76 an hour or $8,973 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.76
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,110Median: $107,700Highest 10%: $135,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,110 | $39.96 | |
| 25th | $95,650 | $45.99 | |
| Median | $107,700 | $51.76 | |
| 75th | $127,400 | $61.25 | |
| 90th | $135,300 | $65.04 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $112,100 |
| Yakima, WA | $111,400 |
| Seattle, WA | $109,900 |
| Bremerton, WA | $106,500 |
| Olympia, WA | $105,500 |
| Bellingham, WA | $105,000 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $102,700 |
| Kennewick, WA | $102,500 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $101,400 |
| Spokane, WA | $99,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapists.
| 2. Oregon | $112,300 |
| 3. Nevada | $110,500 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $109,200 |
| 5. Washington | $107,700 |
| 6. Maryland | $107,000 |
| 7. Colorado | $106,700 |
| 8. Arkansas | $106,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $51.76 ($107,700 a year).
Do occupational therapists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $107,700 against $100,300 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for occupational therapist pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays occupational therapists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $112,100 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.