How much does a therapist make in Cleveland?
$62,070a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $29.84 an hour or $5,173 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.84
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among cities
- 58 of 78
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,360Median: $62,070Highest 10%: $117,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,360 | $22.77 | |
| 25th | $51,760 | $24.88 | |
| Median | $62,070 | $29.84 | |
| 75th | $70,700 | $33.99 | |
| 90th | $117,400 | $56.43 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for therapists.
| Columbus, OH | $90,720 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $62,690 |
| Toledo, OH | $49,660 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Neurologist | $383,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $324,300 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $323,500 |
| Orthodontist | $318,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $271,800 |
| Physician | $248,400 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $231,800 |
| Pediatrician | $218,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $29.84 ($62,070 a year).
Do therapists make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $62,070 against $77,930 nationally, 20% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $70,700, so Cleveland pays 12% less.
Where does Cleveland rank for therapist pay?
58 of 78 metro areas with data.
How much does a therapist make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $117,400 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.