Per diemPosted 2 days ago
Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Mcmurray, PA
$45.00–$50.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Harrisburg, PA
The median occupational therapist pay in the Harrisburg area is $45.53 per hour ($94,700 a year), with the typical range running from $37.85 to $50.91. That ranks 183rd of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 207th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg. The free report below lists employers near Harrisburg and what they pay.
- $45.53median pay per hour, Harrisburg
- $38–$51typical range per hour
- 480occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in Harrisburg, PA
The metro median is 1% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $45.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 480 occupational therapists employed in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.35 | $69,370 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.85 | $78,730 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.53 | $94,700 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.91 | $105,890 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.51 | $121,700 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Harrisburg ranks
- 183rd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 207th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg
- Overall prices in Harrisburg-Carlisle run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.53 median hour buys what $46.15 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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$1,639
- Per year: $81,954
- Per month: $6,830
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Harrisburg
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $124 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,386 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,018 |
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).
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Pennsylvania
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Harrisburg as they open.
Per diemPosted 16 days ago
Occupational Therapist-Hand Therapist (PRN)
Select Medical · Aliquippa, PA
$40.00–$55.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Occupational Therapist- Part Time
Select Medical · Mckeesport, PA
$32.00–$50.00/ hour
Hospitals in Harrisburg
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals Harrisburg, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute Harrisburg, PA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 35 mi | $45.82/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 51 mi | $43.79/hr | 96,000 |
| Frederick, MD | 65 mi | $50.49/hr | 89,537 |
| Baltimore, MD | 69 mi | $47.77/hr | 568,271 |
| Allentown, PA | 77 mi | $46.29/hr | 127,138 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 80 mi | $50.49/hr | 70,686 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Pennsylvania · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Pennsylvania taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Harrisburg
Harrisburg city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Harrisburg, PA?
Occupational Therapists in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area have a median pay of $45.53 per hour, about $94,700 a year. The middle half earn between $37.85 and $50.91 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Harrisburg a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Harrisburg-Carlisle ranks 207th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 183rd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Harrisburg?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg, led by Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Harrisburg as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Harrisburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Harrisburg is $124 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,386 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Harrisburg?
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Your OT pay reportHarrisburg, PA · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Select MedicalMcmurray, PA · 3 postings$47.50/ hr$32–$55
- Grandison Management, Inc.Pennsylvania · 1 wage offer$35.96/ hr$36–$36
- Grandison Management, Inc.Glenside, PA · 1 wage offer$35.96/ hr$36–$36
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$47.50High$60
4 OT postings with published pay in Pennsylvania, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist - PRNPer diem$45.00–$50.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist-Hand Therapist (PRN)Per diem$40.00–$55.00/ hour
+ 2 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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