PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Amedisys · Salem, OR
$55.00–$70.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Occupational Therapist jobs in Salem, OR
Pay for occupational therapists in the Salem area centers on $49.19 per hour, or about $102,320 a year. The lower quarter earns under $43.98 and the upper quarter over $58.34. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Salem. That ranks 58th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 164th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Salem and what they pay.
- $49.19median pay per hour, Salem
- $44–$58typical range per hour
- 170occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Salem
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Occupational Therapist - Part Time
Amedisys · Salem, OR
$55.00–$70.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
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The metro median is 4% below the Oregon statewide median of $51.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 170 occupational therapists employed in the Salem metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.36 | $81,870 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $43.98 | $91,480 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.19 | $102,320 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $58.34 | $121,350 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $60.42 | $125,670 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Salem ranks
- 58th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 164th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Oregon 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 Salem
- Overall prices in Salem run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 110.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.19 median hour buys what $47.46 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 Salem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,771
- Per year: $88,542
- Per month: $7,378
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salem metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salem
| 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 Salem
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Salem, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Hospital Salem, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oregon State Hospital Distinct Part Salem, OR | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, OR | 21 mi | $51.37/hr | 57,156 |
| Corvallis, OR | 27 mi | $51.37/hr | 61,993 |
| Tigard, OR | 36 mi | $50.50/hr | 57,301 |
| Beaverton, OR | 40 mi | $50.50/hr | 98,302 |
| Hillsboro, OR | 42 mi | $50.50/hr | 110,337 |
| Portland, OR | 46 mi | $50.50/hr | 635,749 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Oregon · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oregon taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Salem
Salem city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Salem, OR?
Occupational Therapists in the Salem metro area have a median pay of $49.19 per hour, about $102,320 a year. The middle half earn between $43.98 and $58.34 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salem a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Salem ranks 164th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 58th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Salem?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Salem. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Salem.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Salem as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon 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 Salem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salem 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 Salem?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysSalem, OR · 2 postings$62.50/ hr$55–$70
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 4 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthNORTHRIDGE, CA · 9 postings$64.73/ hr$48–$81
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2What they are offering now
Low$46Median$59.42High$71
5 OT postings with published pay in Oregon, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - Acute CarePermanent$47.54–$71.30/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$55.00–$70.00/ hour
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