PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-Time
Select Medical · Cleveland, OH
$34.00–$48.57/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in Dayton, OH
Occupational Therapists in the Dayton area earn a median of $48.40 per hour, about $100,670 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.36 and $52.36. That ranks 77th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 57th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Dayton. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Dayton.
- $48.40median pay per hour, Dayton
- $39–$52typical range per hour
- 590occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in Dayton, OH
The metro median is 5% above the Ohio statewide median of $46.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 590 occupational therapists employed in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.59).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.39 | $73,610 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.36 | $81,870 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.40 | $100,670 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.36 | $108,910 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $68.43 | $142,330 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Dayton ranks
- 77th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 57th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
What your pay buys in Dayton
- Overall prices in Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.40 median hour buys what $52.21 buys at the national price level, 10% 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$1,742
- Per year: $87,120
- Per month: $7,260
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Dayton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $115 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,323 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,199 |
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).
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Hospitals in Dayton
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Dayton, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton Va Medical Center Dayton, OH | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kettering Health Dayton Dayton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Miami Valley Hospital Dayton, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dayton Childrens Hospital Dayton, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Dayton, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Dayton Dayton, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettering, OH | 7 mi | $48.40/hr | 57,028 |
| Middletown, OH | 21 mi | $46.78/hr | 52,291 |
| Springfield, OH | 24 mi | $38.76/hr | 58,138 |
| Hamilton, OH | 33 mi | $46.78/hr | 63,953 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 47 mi | $46.78/hr | 314,915 |
| Columbus, OH | 66 mi | $45.56/hr | 933,263 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Ohio · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
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.
Other healthcare roles in Dayton
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Dayton, OH?
Occupational Therapists in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek metro area have a median pay of $48.40 per hour, about $100,670 a year. The middle half earn between $39.36 and $52.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Dayton a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek ranks 57th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 77th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Dayton?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Dayton, led by Dayton Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Dayton 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 Dayton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Dayton is $115 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,323 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Dayton?
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Your OT pay reportDayton, 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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