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Occupational Therapist jobs in Gulfport, MS
The median occupational therapist pay in the Gulfport area is $45.61 per hour ($94,880 a year), with the typical range running from $38.06 to $47.01. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Gulfport. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport. The free report below lists employers near Gulfport and what they pay.
- $45.61median pay per hour, Gulfport
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 150occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% above the Mississippi statewide median of $44.39 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 150 occupational therapists employed in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.08 | $70,890 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.06 | $79,160 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.61 | $94,880 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.01 | $97,780 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.42 | $109,030 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Gulfport ranks
- 178th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 96th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Mississippi 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 Gulfport
- Overall prices in Gulfport-Biloxi run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 67.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.61 median hour buys what $50.67 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 Gulfport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,642
- Per year: $82,098
- Per month: $6,842
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Gulfport
| 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).
Hospitals in Gulfport
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Gulfport, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital At Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Singing River Gulfport Gulfport, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 58 mi | $47.23/hr | 362,701 |
| Mobile, AL | 60 mi | $40.02/hr | 201,367 |
| Kenner, LA | 76 mi | $47.23/hr | 64,650 |
| Pensacola, FL | 112 mi | $45.60/hr | 53,898 |
| Jackson, MS | 147 mi | $47.35/hr | 141,449 |
| Montgomery, AL | 212 mi | $46.33/hr | 195,818 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Mississippi · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Gulfport
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Gulfport, MS?
Occupational Therapists in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area have a median pay of $45.61 per hour, about $94,880 a year. The middle half earn between $38.06 and $47.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gulfport a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Gulfport-Biloxi ranks 96th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 178th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Gulfport?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Gulfport. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gulfport.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Gulfport as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Gulfport?
The federal per diem benchmark in Gulfport 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 Gulfport?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Gulfport and across Mississippi. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Gulfport.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- North Mississippi Health ServicesMississippi · 3 postings$39.16/ hr$31–$47
- 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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Mississippi list
2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$39.58High$52
4 OT postings with published pay in Mississippi, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - Full-timePermanent$30.00–$54.00/ hour
- OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTPermanent$65k–$98k/ year
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