CT · Norwalk · Updated October 15, 2026

Occupational Therapist jobs in Norwalk, CT

The median occupational therapist pay in Connecticut is $49.08 per hour ($102,080 a year), with the typical range running from $40.00 to $53.01. That is 4% above the U.S. median of $47.28 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Norwalk. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Norwalk.

Occupational Therapist pay in Norwalk, CT

Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 3,000 occupational therapists employed in Connecticut.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$35.92$74,71024% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$40.00$83,20015% below U.S. median
Median$49.08$102,0804% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$53.01$110,26012% above U.S. median
Top 10%$62.83$130,69033% 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.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,767
  • Per year: $88,344
  • Per month: $7,362

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Norwalk

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$146
Meals and incidentals per day$86
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,624
13-week assignment$21,112

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. 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 Connecticut

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Hospitals in Norwalk

CMS lists 1 hospital in Norwalk, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Norwalk Hospital
Norwalk, CT
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Stamford, CT7 mi$50.03/hr139,134
Bridgeport, CT13 mi$50.03/hr151,599
White Plains, NY18 mi$49.40/hr62,561
Danbury, CT21 mi$50.03/hr88,692
New Rochelle, NY22 mi$49.40/hr85,512
Mount Vernon, NY25 mi$49.40/hr71,999

Occupational Therapist jobs in Connecticut · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Connecticut

Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Connecticut state guide

Other healthcare roles in Norwalk

Norwalk city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do occupational therapists make in Norwalk, CT?

Occupational Therapists in Connecticut have a median pay of $49.08 per hour, about $102,080 a year. The middle half earn between $40.00 and $53.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do occupational therapists work in Norwalk?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Norwalk, led by Norwalk Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Norwalk as an occupational therapist?

Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Norwalk?

The federal per diem benchmark in Norwalk is $146 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • AmedisysShelton, CT · 2 postings$63.70/ hr$60–$67
  • Grandison Management, Inc.Cheshire, CT · 1 wage offer$36.56/ hr$37–$37
  • Grandison Management, Inc.Milford, CT · 1 wage offer$36.56/ hr$37–$37
  • Grandison Management, Inc.Waterbury, CT · 1 wage offer$36.56/ hr$37–$37

Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.

2What they are offering now

Low$37Median$36.56High$37

10 employer-reported wage offers for OT in federal filings in Connecticut, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 2 OT roles

  1. Occupational Therapist - Greenwich/Stamford areaPermanent
    $125k–$140k/ year
    Amedisys · Shelton, CT · posted 6 days ago
  2. Occupational Therapist - Greenwich/Stamford areaPermanent
    $125k–$140k/ year
    Amedisys · Stamford, CT · posted 8 days ago

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