Per diemPosted today
Occupational Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Northridge, CA
$52.04–$77.42/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Occupational Therapist jobs in Yuba City, CA
Pay for occupational therapists in California centers on $57.44 per hour, or about $119,470 a year. The lower quarter earns under $48.63 and the upper quarter over $63.76. That is 21% above the U.S. median of $47.28 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Yuba City. The free report below lists employers near Yuba City and what they pay.
- $57.44median pay per hour, California
- $49–$64typical range per hour
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in Yuba City, CA
Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 12,020 occupational therapists employed in California.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.47 | $82,100 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.63 | $101,150 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $57.44 | $119,470 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.76 | $132,620 | 35% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $74.42 | $154,790 | 57% above U.S. median |
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 Yuba City
- Overall prices in Yuba City run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3).
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$2,068
- Per year: $103,392
- Per month: $8,616
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for California. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Yuba 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).
Open Occupational Therapist roles in California
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Yuba City as they open.
PermanentPosted today
Occupational Therapist Home Health
CommonSpirit Health · Rancho Cordova, CA
$49.78–$74.05/ hour
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Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · National City, CA
$54.00–$54.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist II
CommonSpirit Health · Camarillo, CA
$61.35–$72.92/ hour
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Occupational Therapist
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
$50.24–$75.36/ hour
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Occupational Therapist I
CommonSpirit Health · Camarillo, CA
$48.50–$57.65/ hour
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Hospitals in Yuba City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Yuba City. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Surgical Hospital - North Valley Yuba City, CA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, CA | 26 mi | $59.57/hr | 56,268 |
| Roseville, CA | 30 mi | $59.57/hr | 163,304 |
| Rocklin, CA | 31 mi | $59.57/hr | 75,129 |
| Woodland, CA | 32 mi | $59.57/hr | 62,983 |
| Citrus Heights, CA | 36 mi | $59.57/hr | 86,909 |
| Sacramento, CA | 40 mi | $59.57/hr | 535,798 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in California · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in California
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Yuba City
Yuba City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Yuba City, CA?
Occupational Therapists in California have a median pay of $57.44 per hour, about $119,470 a year. The middle half earn between $48.63 and $63.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do occupational therapists work in Yuba City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Yuba City, led by Sutter Surgical Hospital - North Valley. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Yuba City as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 Yuba City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Yuba 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 Yuba City?
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Your OT pay reportYuba City, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 4 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthNORTHRIDGE, CA · 9 postings$64.73/ hr$48–$81
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 5 postings$62.80/ hr$50–$75
- BrightSpring Health ServicesBURBANK, CA · 7 postings$62.50/ hr$60–$65
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$50Median$62.50High$75
38 OT postings with published pay in California, 35 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 38 OT roles
- Occupational TherapistPer diem$52.04–$77.42/ hour
- Occupational Therapist Home HealthPermanent$49.78–$74.05/ hour
+ 36 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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