PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist
OSF Healthcare System · Escanaba, MI
$39.13–$46.03/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in St. Clair Shores, MI
Occupational Therapists in the St. Clair Shores area earn a median of $41.14 per hour, about $85,570 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $34.79 and $47.37. That ranks 263rd of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 305th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 28 hospitals in the St. Clair Shores metro area. The free report below lists employers near St. Clair Shores and what they pay.
- $41.14median pay per hour, Detroit
- $35–$47typical range per hour
- 2,240occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in St. Clair Shores, MI
The metro median is 1% above the Michigan statewide median of $40.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 2,240 occupational therapists employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.23 | $60,800 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.79 | $72,360 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.14 | $85,570 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.37 | $98,530 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.84 | $107,830 | 10% above U.S. median |
How St. Clair Shores ranks
- 263rd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 305th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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.
What your pay buys in St. Clair Shores
- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.14 median hour buys what $41.02 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,481
- Per year: $74,052
- Per month: $6,171
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Clair Shores
| 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 23 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Select Medical · East Lansing, MI
$75k–$95k/ year
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Hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area
CMS lists 28 hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area, 3 of the 17 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit (John D. Dingell) Va Medical Center Detroit, MI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield And Novi Southfield, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital, Troy Troy, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills Farmington Hills, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak Royal Oak, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Henry Ford Health Hospital Detroit, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Karmanos Cancer Center Detroit, MI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | No |
| Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn Dearborn, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital - Taylor Taylor, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Oakland Pontiac, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warren, MI | 7 mi | $41.14/hr | 137,686 |
| Sterling Heights, MI | 9 mi | $41.14/hr | 134,342 |
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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 St. Clair Shores, MI?
Occupational Therapists in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $41.14 per hour, about $85,570 a year. The middle half earn between $34.79 and $47.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Clair Shores a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 305th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 263rd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in St. Clair Shores?
CMS lists 28 hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area, led by Detroit (John D. Dingell) Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in St. Clair Shores 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 St. Clair Shores?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Clair Shores 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 reportSt. Clair Shores, 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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