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Select Medical · Augusta, GA
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Augusta, GA
The median occupational therapist pay in the Augusta area is $46.93 per hour ($97,620 a year), with the typical range running from $35.47 to $50.16. That ranks 127th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 85th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. The free report below lists employers near Augusta and what they pay.
- $46.93median pay per hour, Augusta
- $35–$50typical range per hour
- 240occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Occupational Therapist roles in Augusta
4 more open roles from employers in Augusta. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Outpatient Rehab - Pediatrics (Full-Time) - Augusta, GA
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health - Full Time
Enhabit Home Health · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Occupational Therapist Augusta
PruittHealth · Augusta, GA
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Occupational Therapist pay in Augusta, GA
The metro median is 1% below the Georgia statewide median of $47.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 240 occupational therapists employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.46 | $59,200 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.47 | $73,780 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.93 | $97,620 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.16 | $104,330 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.60 | $109,410 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 127th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 85th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 11 Georgia 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.
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- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.93 median hour buys what $51.06 buys at the national price level, 8% 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.
Estimate your Augusta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,689
- Per year: $84,474
- Per month: $7,040
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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 Georgia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Augusta as they open.
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Occupational Therapist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Valdosta, GA
$53.00–$56.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist
Amedisys · Tifton, GA
$101k–$117k/ year
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Amedisys · Dallas, GA
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Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
Select Medical · Atlanta, GA
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
OT Occupational Therapist Home Health
Amedisys · Cartersville, GA
$113k–$126k/ year
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OT Occupational Therapist Home Health
Amedisys · Douglas, GA
$70.00–$80.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $46.52/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $46.86/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $50.13/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $47.63/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $32.95/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $41.22/hr | 148,808 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Augusta
Augusta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Augusta, GA?
Occupational Therapists in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $46.93 per hour, about $97,620 a year. The middle half earn between $35.47 and $50.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 85th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 127th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Augusta?
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Your OT pay reportAugusta, GA · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysTifton, GA · 5 postings$61.00/ hr$49–$80
- BrightSpring Health ServicesVALDOSTA, GA · 2 postings$54.50/ hr$53–$56
- Community Rehabilitation Services, Inc.Douglas, GA · 1 wage offer$48.75/ hr$45–$53
- Aegis Therapies, Inc.Athens, GA · 1 wage offer$36.58/ hr$37–$37
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$51Median$55.98High$68
8 OT postings with published pay in Georgia, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 8 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$56.00/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$101k–$117k/ year
+ 6 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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