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Occupational Therapist jobs in North Charleston, SC
The median occupational therapist pay in the North Charleston area is $46.10 per hour ($95,900 a year), with the typical range running from $39.47 to $52.22. 1 open role with published pay is listed for North Charleston. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the North Charleston metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near North Charleston.
- $46.10median pay per hour, Charleston
- $39–$52typical range per hour
- 350occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 2% below the South Carolina statewide median of $46.81 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 350 occupational therapists employed in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.04 | $62,480 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.47 | $82,100 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.10 | $95,900 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.22 | $108,620 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.56 | $119,720 | 22% above U.S. median |
How North Charleston ranks
- 163rd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 216th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 7 South Carolina 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 North Charleston
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.10 median hour buys what $45.66 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
Estimate your North Charleston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,660
- Per year: $82,980
- Per month: $6,915
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in North Charleston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $246 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,366 |
| 13-week assignment | $30,758 |
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).
Hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, 5 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Pleasant Hospital Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc Summerville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trident Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Charleston, SC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goose Creek, SC | 6 mi | $46.10/hr | 50,352 |
| Charleston, SC | 8 mi | $46.10/hr | 157,665 |
| Savannah, GA | 91 mi | $41.22/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 91 mi | $46.52/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 120 mi | $46.93/hr | 201,737 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 150 mi | $48.96/hr | 75,798 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in South Carolina · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Carolina
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Carolina 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 North Charleston, SC?
Occupational Therapists in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area have a median pay of $46.10 per hour, about $95,900 a year. The middle half earn between $39.47 and $52.22 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is North Charleston a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 216th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 163rd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in North Charleston?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in North Charleston. Your free report adds named employers and pay near North Charleston.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in North Charleston as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 North Charleston?
The federal per diem benchmark in North Charleston is $246 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,366 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in North Charleston?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in North Charleston and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near North Charleston.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- BrightSpring Health ServicesAIKEN, SC · 2 postings$54.50/ hr$53–$56
- AmedisysChapin, SC · 3 postings$54.09/ hr$45–$75
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 4 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
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2What they are offering now
Low$41Median$54.30High$64
6 OT postings with published pay in South Carolina, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - Full-timePermanent$30.00–$52.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$56.00/ hour
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