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Occupational Therapist
Amedisys · Murfreesboro, TN
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Murfreesboro, TN
Occupational Therapists in the Murfreesboro area earn a median of $49.18 per hour, about $102,280 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.57 and $50.16. That ranks 59th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 86th of 327 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Murfreesboro. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Murfreesboro.
- $49.18median pay per hour, Nashville
- $41–$50typical range per hour
- 690occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Acadia Healthcare · Murfreesboro, TN
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BrightSpring Health Services · Murfreesboro, TN
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Ascension Health · Murfreesboro, TN
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The metro median is 7% above the Tennessee statewide median of $46.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 690 occupational therapists employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.64).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.57 | $78,150 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.57 | $84,390 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.18 | $102,280 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.16 | $104,330 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.24 | $121,140 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Murfreesboro ranks
- 59th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 86th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 10 Tennessee 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 Murfreesboro
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.18 median hour buys what $51.05 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Murfreesboro paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,770
- Per year: $88,524
- Per month: $7,377
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Murfreesboro
| 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 Murfreesboro
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital Murfreesboro, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trustpoint Hospital Murfreesboro, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System - Murfreesboro Murfreesboro, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, TN | 10 mi | $49.18/hr | 60,302 |
| Lebanon, TN | 24 mi | $49.18/hr | 51,501 |
| Clarksville, TN | 71 mi | $43.20/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 78 mi | $40.58/hr | 79,076 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $44.81/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 81 mi | $44.81/hr | 64,029 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Tennessee · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Murfreesboro city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Murfreesboro, TN?
Occupational Therapists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $49.18 per hour, about $102,280 a year. The middle half earn between $40.57 and $50.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Murfreesboro a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 86th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 59th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Murfreesboro?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Murfreesboro. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Murfreesboro.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Murfreesboro as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Murfreesboro?
The federal per diem benchmark in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Murfreesboro and across Tennessee. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Murfreesboro.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysHarrogate, TN · 4 postings$54.38/ hr$44–$60
- 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$38Median$52.50High$60
5 OT postings with published pay in Tennessee, 5 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 TherapistPermanent$52.50–$60.00/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$48.75–$56.25/ hour
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