PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-Time
Select Medical · Cleveland, OH
$34.00–$48.57/ hour
Occupational Therapist jobs in Lorain, OH
Pay for occupational therapists in the Lorain area centers on $48.46 per hour, or about $100,790 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.55 and the upper quarter over $51.42. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Lorain. That ranks 74th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 68th of 327 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lorain.
- $48.46median pay per hour, Cleveland
- $40–$51typical range per hour
- 1,250occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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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 1,250 occupational therapists employed in the Cleveland metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.95 | $76,860 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.55 | $82,260 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.46 | $100,790 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.42 | $106,950 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.61 | $128,150 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Lorain ranks
- 74th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 68th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Lorain
- Overall prices in Cleveland run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.46 median hour buys what $51.60 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Lorain paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,745
- Per year: $87,228
- Per month: $7,269
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cleveland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lorain
| 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).
Hospitals in Lorain
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lorain, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Regional Medical Center Lorain, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Clear Vista Health & Wellness Lorain, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elyria, OH | 6 mi | $48.46/hr | 53,604 |
| Parma, OH | 24 mi | $48.46/hr | 79,350 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 37 mi | $47.81/hr | 50,979 |
| Akron, OH | 42 mi | $47.81/hr | 189,664 |
| Canton, OH | 61 mi | $42.38/hr | 69,211 |
| Toledo, OH | 74 mi | $43.00/hr | 265,638 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Lorain, OH?
Occupational Therapists in the Cleveland metro area have a median pay of $48.46 per hour, about $100,790 a year. The middle half earn between $39.55 and $51.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lorain a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Cleveland ranks 68th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 74th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Lorain?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Cleveland area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lorain.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Lorain 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 Lorain?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lorain 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 Lorain?
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Your OT pay reportLorain, 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
Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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