Per diemPosted 21 days ago
Occupational Therapist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Lansing, MI
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Lansing, MI
Pay for occupational therapists in the Lansing area centers on $42.74 per hour, or about $88,900 a year. The lower quarter earns under $38.45 and the upper quarter over $53.29. That ranks 236th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 236th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Lansing. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lansing.
- $42.74median pay per hour, Lansing
- $38–$53typical range per hour
- 180occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Occupational Therapist pay in Lansing, MI
The metro median is 5% above the Michigan statewide median of $40.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 180 occupational therapists employed in the Lansing-East Lansing metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.48 | $63,400 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.45 | $79,980 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $42.74 | $88,900 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.29 | $110,840 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.97 | $112,260 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Lansing ranks
- 236th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 236th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Lansing-East Lansing run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% below the U.S. average (index 83.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $42.74 median hour buys what $44.99 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Lansing paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,539
- Per year: $76,932
- Per month: $6,411
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lansing-East Lansing metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lansing
| 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
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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 Lansing
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lansing, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edward W Sparrow Hospital Lansing, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Greater Lansing Lansing, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 45 mi | $39.70/hr | 52,205 |
| Flint, MI | 49 mi | $40.33/hr | 79,735 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 52 mi | $40.34/hr | 122,925 |
| Kentwood, MI | 54 mi | $41.90/hr | 54,768 |
| Novi, MI | 57 mi | $41.14/hr | 67,675 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 58 mi | $41.90/hr | 200,117 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Lansing, MI?
Occupational Therapists in the Lansing-East Lansing metro area have a median pay of $42.74 per hour, about $88,900 a year. The middle half earn between $38.45 and $53.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lansing a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Lansing-East Lansing ranks 236th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 236th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Lansing?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lansing, led by Edward W Sparrow Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Lansing 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 Lansing?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lansing 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.
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Your OT pay reportLansing, 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
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