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Occupational Therapist (Holistic Health and Fitness)
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command · Fort Leonard Wood, MO
$90k–$116k/ year
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Occupational Therapist jobs in St. Joseph, MO
The median occupational therapist pay in the St. Joseph area is $45.83 per hour ($95,330 a year), with the typical range running from $37.01 to $47.76. That ranks 169th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 40th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Joseph.
- $45.83median pay per hour, St. Joseph
- $37–$48typical range per hour
- 40occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in St. Joseph, MO
The metro median is 2% above the Missouri statewide median of $45.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 40 occupational therapists employed in the St. Joseph metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.37 | $34,050 | 65% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.01 | $76,980 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.83 | $95,330 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.76 | $99,340 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.76 | $99,340 | 1% above U.S. median |
How St. Joseph ranks
- 169th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 40th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Missouri 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. Joseph
- Overall prices in St. Joseph run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 45% below the U.S. average (index 55.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.83 median hour buys what $53.06 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,650
- Per year: $82,494
- Per month: $6,874
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Joseph metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Joseph
| 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 Missouri
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Occupational Therapist
Select Medical · Kansas City, MO
$75k–$85k/ year
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Hospitals in St. Joseph
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph Saint Joseph, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehab Ctr Saint Joseph, MO | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 44 mi | $47.01/hr | 156,752 |
| Kansas City, MO | 46 mi | $47.01/hr | 516,032 |
| Shawnee, KS | 51 mi | $47.01/hr | 69,724 |
| Independence, MO | 53 mi | $47.01/hr | 121,629 |
| Lenexa, KS | 55 mi | $47.01/hr | 59,427 |
| Blue Springs, MO | 60 mi | $47.01/hr | 61,246 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Missouri · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in St. Joseph
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in St. Joseph, MO?
Occupational Therapists in the St. Joseph metro area have a median pay of $45.83 per hour, about $95,330 a year. The middle half earn between $37.01 and $47.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Joseph a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
St. Joseph ranks 40th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 169th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in St. Joseph?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph, led by Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Joseph as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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. Joseph?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Joseph 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 St. Joseph?
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Your OT pay reportSt. Joseph, MO · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- School District of Kansas City 33Kansas City, MO · 1 wage offer$31.43/ hr$31–$31
- Grandison Management, Inc.Missouri · 2 wage offers$27.34/ hr$25–$30
- Grandison Management, Inc.Perryville, MO · 1 wage offer$24.91/ hr$25–$25
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$27.34High$31
4 employer-reported wage offers for OT in federal filings in Missouri, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist (Holistic Health and Fitness)Permanent$90k–$116k/ year
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$75k–$85k/ year
Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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