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Acute Care Occupational Therapist
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System · Jackson, MS
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Jackson, MS
Pay for occupational therapists in the Jackson area centers on $47.35 per hour, or about $98,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.26 and the upper quarter over $49.98. That ranks 113th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 38th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Jackson. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Jackson.
- $47.35median pay per hour, Jackson
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 380occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Occupational Therapist roles in Jackson
2 more open roles from employers in Jackson. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Outpatient Occupational Therapist - St. Dominic
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System · Jackson, MS
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Occupational Therapist pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 7% above the Mississippi statewide median of $44.39 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 380 occupational therapists employed in the Jackson metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.65 | $69,990 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.26 | $81,660 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.35 | $98,480 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.98 | $103,960 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.99 | $110,220 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 113th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.35 median hour buys what $53.17 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Jackson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,705
- Per year: $85,230
- Per month: $7,102
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Jackson
| 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 Mississippi
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Jackson as they open.
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Occupational Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Gulfport, MS
$30.00–$54.00/ hour
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$65k–$98k/ year
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Occupational Therapist
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$65k–$98k/ year
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST- FT WEEKEND
North Mississippi Health Services · Mississippi
$83k–$83k/ year
Hospitals in Jackson
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson, 1 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson) Jackson, MS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Merit Health Central Jackson, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Mississippi Med Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Methodist Rehab Ctr Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Jackson Jackson, MS | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $45.61/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $47.23/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $47.23/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $40.02/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $46.41/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $47.36/hr | 57,493 |
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 Jackson
Jackson city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Jackson, MS?
Occupational Therapists in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $47.35 per hour, about $98,480 a year. The middle half earn between $39.26 and $49.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 38th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 113th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Jackson?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson, led by G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson 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 Jackson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Jackson 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 Jackson?
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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
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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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