PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Occupational Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Evansville, IN
$37.22–$55.37/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in Columbus, IN
Pay for occupational therapists in the Columbus area centers on $44.66 per hour, or about $92,890 a year. The lower quarter earns under $35.51 and the upper quarter over $50.72. That ranks 205th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 149th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Columbus. The free report below lists employers near Columbus and what they pay.
- $44.66median pay per hour, Columbus
- $36–$51typical range per hour
- 60occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in Columbus, IN
The metro median is 1% below the Indiana statewide median of $44.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 60 occupational therapists employed in the Columbus metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.35 | $65,210 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.51 | $73,860 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.66 | $92,890 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.72 | $105,500 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.67 | $128,270 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 205th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 149th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 11 Indiana 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 Columbus
- Overall prices in Columbus run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 75.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.66 median hour buys what $48.02 buys at the national price level, 2% 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$1,608
- Per year: $80,388
- Per month: $6,699
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbus
| 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 Indiana
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Columbus as they open.
Per diemPosted 21 days ago
Occupational Therapist - PRN
CommonSpirit Health · Jasper, IN
$35.62–$52.99/ hour
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Full Time
Select Medical · Fort Wayne, IN
$76k–$102k/ year
Hospitals in Columbus
CMS lists 1 hospital in Columbus, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Regional Hospital Columbus, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 29 mi | $45.88/hr | 68,175 |
| Bloomington, IN | 33 mi | $46.66/hr | 79,986 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 41 mi | $45.88/hr | 891,484 |
| Fishers, IN | 52 mi | $45.88/hr | 103,986 |
| Carmel, IN | 54 mi | $45.88/hr | 103,606 |
| Noblesville, IN | 57 mi | $45.88/hr | 75,239 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Indiana · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Columbus
Columbus city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Columbus, IN?
Occupational Therapists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $44.66 per hour, about $92,890 a year. The middle half earn between $35.51 and $50.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 149th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 205th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Columbus?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Columbus, led by Columbus Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Columbus as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Columbus?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus 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 Columbus?
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Your OT pay reportColumbus, IN · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthEvansville, IN · 2 postings$45.30/ hr$36–$55
- Marion General Hospital, Inc.Marion, IN · 1 wage offer$35.61/ hr$36–$36
- Grandison Management, Inc.Vincennes, IN · 1 wage offer$34.50/ hr$34–$34
- Grandison Management, Inc.Hanover, IN · 1 wage offer$34.50/ hr$34–$34
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$44.30High$55
3 OT postings with published pay in Indiana, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 OT roles
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$37.22–$55.37/ hour
- Occupational Therapist - PRNPer diem$35.62–$52.99/ hour
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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