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Occupational Therapist
Select Medical · Kansas City, MO
$75k–$85k/ year
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Kansas City, KS
Occupational Therapists in the Kansas City area earn a median of $47.01 per hour, about $97,790 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.53 and $50.87. That ranks 123rd of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 94th of 327 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Kansas City and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Kansas City.
- $47.01median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $39–$51typical range per hour
- 1,360occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Occupational Therapist I - Inpatient Setting
The University of Kansas Health System · Kansas City, KS
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health - Full Time
Enhabit Home Health · Kansas City, KS
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist I - Acute Care
The University of Kansas Health System · Kansas City, KS
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Kansas City, KS
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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Select Medical · Kansas City, KS
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Get my free pay reportOccupational Therapist pay in Kansas City, KS
The metro median is 1% above the Kansas statewide median of $46.63 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 1,360 occupational therapists employed in the Kansas City metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.45 | $65,420 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.53 | $80,140 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.01 | $97,790 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.87 | $105,810 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.07 | $116,630 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Kansas City ranks
- 123rd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 94th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
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 Kansas City
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.01 median hour buys what $50.80 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Kansas City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,692
- Per year: $84,618
- Per month: $7,052
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kansas City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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).
Hospitals in Kansas City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kansas City, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Kansas Hospital Kansas City, KS | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Providence Medical Center Kansas City, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee, KS | 8 mi | $47.01/hr | 69,724 |
| Kansas City, MO | 10 mi | $47.01/hr | 516,032 |
| Lawrence, KS | 30 mi | $47.41/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 44 mi | $45.83/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 52 mi | $46.72/hr | 125,467 |
| Manhattan, KS | 100 mi | $38.52/hr | 54,700 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Kansas · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Kansas City
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Kansas City, KS?
Occupational Therapists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $47.01 per hour, about $97,790 a year. The middle half earn between $38.53 and $50.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kansas City a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 94th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 123rd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Kansas City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Kansas City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Kansas City.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Kansas City as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Kansas City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kansas City is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Kansas City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Kansas City and across Kansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Kansas City.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$48.37High$65
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