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BrightSpring Health Services · Sun City, AZ
$54.00–$58.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Pay for occupational therapists in the Lake Havasu City area centers on $50.35 per hour, or about $104,720 a year. The lower quarter earns under $40.11 and the upper quarter over $56.79. That ranks 31st of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 30th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lake Havasu City.
- $50.35median pay per hour, Lake Havasu City
- $40–$57typical range per hour
- 40occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in Lake Havasu City, AZ
The metro median is 2% above the Arizona statewide median of $49.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 40 occupational therapists employed in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.05 | $62,500 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.11 | $83,430 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.35 | $104,720 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $56.79 | $118,120 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.95 | $126,780 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Lake Havasu City ranks
- 31st of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 30th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Occupational Therapists (SOC 29-1122), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Lake Havasu City
- Overall prices in Lake Havasu City-Kingman run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.35 median hour buys what $53.51 buys at the national price level, 13% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,813
- Per year: $90,630
- Per month: $7,552
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lake Havasu City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel occupational therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Hospitals in Lake Havasu City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson, NV | 112 mi | $50.32/hr | 350,039 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 114 mi | $50.53/hr | 51,440 |
| Surprise, AZ | 121 mi | $49.56/hr | 167,564 |
| Buckeye, AZ | 121 mi | $49.56/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 122 mi | $52.41/hr | 94,275 |
| Peoria, AZ | 125 mi | $49.56/hr | 199,924 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Arizona · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Occupational Therapists in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area have a median pay of $50.35 per hour, about $104,720 a year. The middle half earn between $40.11 and $56.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lake Havasu City a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Lake Havasu City-Kingman ranks 30th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 31st of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Lake Havasu City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, led by Havasu Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Lake Havasu City as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Lake Havasu City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lake Havasu City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Lake Havasu City?
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Your OT pay reportLake Havasu City, AZ · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysPhoenix, AZ · 2 postings$58.22/ hr$53–$65
- BrightSpring Health ServicesSUN CITY, AZ · 2 postings$56.00/ hr$54–$58
- CommonSpirit HealthPHOENIX, AZ · 2 postings$48.73/ hr$39–$58
- Banner HealthChandler, AZ · 2 wage offers$36.77/ hr$35–$38
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$39Median$56.00High$60
7 OT postings with published pay in Arizona, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 OT roles
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