Per diemPosted 23 days ago
Inpatient Occupational Therapist- Per Diem, Rotating Days
Boston Medical Center · Boston, MA
$40.03–$51.79/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in Lawrence, MA
Pay for occupational therapists in the Lawrence area centers on $47.49 per hour, or about $98,790 a year. The lower quarter earns under $40.50 and the upper quarter over $50.85. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lawrence. That ranks 105th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 252nd of 327 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lawrence and what they pay.
- $47.49median pay per hour, Boston
- $40–$51typical range per hour
- 4,650occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the Massachusetts statewide median of $47.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 4,650 occupational therapists employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.78 | $74,420 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.50 | $84,240 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.49 | $98,790 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.85 | $105,770 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.13 | $122,990 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Lawrence ranks
- 105th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 252nd of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Massachusetts 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 Lawrence
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.49 median hour buys what $43.86 buys at the national price level, 7% below 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 Lawrence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,710
- Per year: $85,482
- Per month: $7,124
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lawrence
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $137 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,519 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,747 |
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 Lawrence
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lawrence, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital Lawrence, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methuen, MA | 3 mi | $47.32/hr | 54,272 |
| Haverhill, MA | 7 mi | $47.49/hr | 68,291 |
| Lowell, MA | 9 mi | $47.49/hr | 120,418 |
| Nashua, NH | 17 mi | $39.41/hr | 91,851 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Massachusetts · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lawrence
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Lawrence, MA?
Occupational Therapists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $47.49 per hour, about $98,790 a year. The middle half earn between $40.50 and $50.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawrence a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 252nd of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 105th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Lawrence?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lawrence.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Lawrence as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Lawrence?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lawrence is $137 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,519 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your OT pay reportLawrence, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mass General BrighamCharlestown, MA · 8 postings$53.26/ hr$43–$58
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 2 postings$48.32/ hr$35–$62
- Enhabit Home HealthNorwood, MA · 4 postings$46.88/ hr$27–$48
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$41Median$49.06High$58
16 OT postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 16 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - PRNPer diem$49.55–$65.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist Per Diem InpatientPer diem$52.53–$57.59/ hour
+ 14 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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