PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Select Medical · Kalamazoo, MI
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Kalamazoo, MI
Pay for occupational therapists in the Kalamazoo area centers on $39.92 per hour, or about $83,030 a year. The lower quarter earns under $35.96 and the upper quarter over $45.85. That ranks 295th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 290th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo. The free report below lists employers near Kalamazoo and what they pay.
- $39.92median pay per hour, Kalamazoo
- $36–$46typical range per hour
- 130occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Occupational Therapist roles in Kalamazoo
3 more open roles from employers in Kalamazoo. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics (Part-Time)
Select Medical · Kalamazoo, MI
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Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics (PRN)
Select Medical · Kalamazoo, MI
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Occupational Therapist pay in Kalamazoo, MI
The metro median is 2% below the Michigan statewide median of $40.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 130 occupational therapists employed in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.59 | $46,990 | 52% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.96 | $74,800 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.92 | $83,030 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $45.85 | $95,370 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.31 | $106,720 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Kalamazoo ranks
- 295th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 290th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 14 Michigan 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 Kalamazoo-Portage run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 81.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.92 median hour buys what $42.09 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Kalamazoo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,437
- Per year: $71,856
- Per month: $5,988
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kalamazoo
| 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 Michigan
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Kalamazoo as they open.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist
OSF Healthcare System · Escanaba, MI
$39.13–$46.03/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Select Medical · East Lansing, MI
$75k–$95k/ year
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Hospitals in Kalamazoo
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kalamazoo Behavioral Health Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 18 mi | $39.70/hr | 52,205 |
| Kentwood, MI | 42 mi | $41.90/hr | 54,768 |
| Wyoming, MI | 43 mi | $41.90/hr | 78,559 |
| Elkhart, IN | 45 mi | $39.29/hr | 53,690 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 48 mi | $41.90/hr | 200,117 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 51 mi | $46.67/hr | 51,020 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Kalamazoo
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Kalamazoo, MI?
Occupational Therapists in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area have a median pay of $39.92 per hour, about $83,030 a year. The middle half earn between $35.96 and $45.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kalamazoo a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Kalamazoo-Portage ranks 290th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 295th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Kalamazoo?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, led by Bronson Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kalamazoo as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Kalamazoo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
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Your OT pay reportKalamazoo, MI · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- MyMichigan Medical Center MidlandAlpena, MI · 1 wage offer$41.00/ hr$41–$41
- Grandison Management, Inc.Warren, MI · 1 wage offer$29.64/ hr$30–$30
- Grandison Management, Inc.Dearborn Heights, MI · 1 wage offer$29.64/ hr$30–$30
- Grandison Management, Inc.Detroit, MI · 1 wage offer$29.64/ hr$30–$30
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$29.64High$30
11 employer-reported wage offers for OT in federal filings in Michigan, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 OT roles
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$39.13–$46.03/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$75k–$95k/ year
Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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