Per diemPosted 6 days ago
Occupational Therapist / PRN
Select Medical · Canton, OH
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Canton, OH
Occupational Therapists in the Canton area earn a median of $42.38 per hour, about $88,140 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $36.97 and $48.38. That ranks 241st of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 167th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Canton. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Canton.
- $42.38median pay per hour, Canton
- $37–$48typical range per hour
- 230occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Occupational Therapist pay in Canton, OH
The metro median is 8% below the Ohio statewide median of $46.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 230 occupational therapists employed in the Canton-Massillon metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.39).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.11 | $64,710 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.97 | $76,900 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $42.38 | $88,140 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.38 | $100,630 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.43 | $106,970 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Canton ranks
- 241st of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 167th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 12 Ohio 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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- Overall prices in Canton-Massillon run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $42.38 median hour buys what $47.40 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Canton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,526
- Per year: $76,284
- Per month: $6,357
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Canton-Massillon metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Canton
| 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).
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-Time
Select Medical · Cleveland, OH
$34.00–$48.57/ hour
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Hospitals in Canton
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Canton, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aultman Hospital Canton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Canton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunrise Vista Health And Wellness Canton, OH | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron, OH | 20 mi | $47.81/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 28 mi | $47.81/hr | 50,979 |
| Youngstown, OH | 43 mi | $44.34/hr | 59,123 |
| Parma, OH | 44 mi | $48.46/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 49 mi | $48.46/hr | 365,379 |
| Elyria, OH | 55 mi | $48.46/hr | 53,604 |
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License and tax basics in Ohio
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio 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 Canton, OH?
Occupational Therapists in the Canton-Massillon metro area have a median pay of $42.38 per hour, about $88,140 a year. The middle half earn between $36.97 and $48.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Canton a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Canton-Massillon ranks 167th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 241st of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Canton?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Canton, led by Aultman Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Canton as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Canton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Canton 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 reportCanton, OH · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Grandison Management, Inc.Delaware, OH · 1 wage offer$34.73/ hr$35–$35
- Grandison Management, Inc.Columbus, OH · 1 wage offer$34.73/ hr$35–$35
- Grandison Management, Inc.Steubenville, OH · 1 wage offer$34.24/ hr$34–$34
- Grandison Management, Inc.Ohio · 4 wage offers$30.18/ hr$24–$30
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$32.27High$34
10 employer-reported wage offers for OT in federal filings in Ohio, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-TimePermanent$34.00–$48.57/ hour
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