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Supervisory Occupational Therapist
Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Reno, NV
Pay for occupational therapists in the Reno area centers on $51.03 per hour, or about $106,150 a year. The lower quarter earns under $47.85 and the upper quarter over $56.33. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Reno. That ranks 26th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 98th of 327 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Reno.
- $51.03median pay per hour, Reno
- $48–$56typical range per hour
- 150occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV
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Universal Health Services · Reno, NV
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Universal Health Services · Reno, NV
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The metro median is 1% above the Nevada statewide median of $50.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 150 occupational therapists employed in the Reno metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.74 | $78,500 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $47.85 | $99,530 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $51.03 | $106,150 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $56.33 | $117,170 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.38 | $131,830 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Reno ranks
- 26th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 98th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
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 Reno
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.03 median hour buys what $50.52 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 Reno paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,837
- Per year: $91,854
- Per month: $7,654
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Reno
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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. 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 Reno
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Reno, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va Sierra Nevada Healthcare System Reno, NV | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center Reno, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Renown Regional Medical Center Reno, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Renown South Meadows Medical Center Reno, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, Llc Reno, NV | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks, NV | 7 mi | $51.03/hr | 111,520 |
| Carson City, NV | 28 mi | $50.37/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 90 mi | $59.57/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 91 mi | $59.57/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 92 mi | $59.57/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 95 mi | $59.57/hr | 163,304 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Nevada · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Reno, NV?
Occupational Therapists in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $51.03 per hour, about $106,150 a year. The middle half earn between $47.85 and $56.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reno a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 98th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Reno?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Reno. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Reno.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Reno as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Reno?
The federal per diem benchmark in Reno is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Reno?
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Your OT pay reportReno, NV · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Revive Sparks, LLCSparks, NV · 1 wage offer$47.00/ hr$47–$47
- Maxicare Therapy, LLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$37.38/ hr$37–$38
- Grandison Management, Inc.Las Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$36.84/ hr$37–$37
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$57.50High$82
3 OT postings with published pay in Nevada, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 OT roles
- Supervisory Occupational TherapistPermanent$132k–$171k/ year
- Occupational Therapist - Hand TherapistPermanent$80k–$108k/ year
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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