Occupational Therapist salary in Florida
Occupational Therapists in Florida earn a median of $47.63 per hour, about $99,070 a year, 1% above the U.S. median of $47.28. The middle half earn between $39.82 and $50.08 per hour. The highest median among Florida metro areas is in Naples-Marco Island, FL, at $52.80 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $47.63median pay per hour
- $99,070median pay per year
- 9,230employed in Florida
- #17of 50 states by median pay
Occupational Therapist pay in Florida: percentiles
| Level | Florida per hour | Florida per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.37 | $73,570 | $32.25 |
| Lower quartile | $39.82 | $82,830 | $38.70 |
| Median | $47.63 | $99,070 | $47.28 |
| Upper quartile | $50.08 | $104,170 | $53.11 |
| Top 10% | $55.77 | $116,000 | $62.42 |
Occupational Therapist pay by metro area in Florida
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Florida median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $52.80 | $109,820 | 140 | 11% above | $51.16 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $50.00 | $104,000 | 680 | 5% above | $48.82 |
| Homosassa Springs, FL | $48.10 | $100,050 | 90 | 1% above | $51.46 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $47.92 | $99,670 | 2,310 | 1% above | $41.98 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $47.83 | $99,490 | 330 | in line with | $46.73 |
| Wildwood-The Villages, FL | $47.62 | $99,050 | 40 | in line with | — |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $47.57 | $98,940 | 750 | in line with | $46.90 |
| Punta Gorda, FL | $47.55 | $98,900 | 60 | in line with | $47.30 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL | $47.46 | $98,720 | 120 | in line with | $48.91 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $47.36 | $98,510 | 240 | 1% below | $47.25 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $47.34 | $98,470 | 1,610 | 1% below | $46.92 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $47.32 | $98,430 | 80 | 1% below | — |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL | $47.02 | $97,800 | 90 | 1% below | $48.33 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $46.90 | $97,560 | 700 | 2% below | $47.14 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $46.36 | $96,430 | 190 | 3% below | $47.72 |
| Gainesville, FL | $46.23 | $96,160 | 280 | 3% below | $47.79 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $46.09 | $95,880 | 190 | 3% below | $46.38 |
| Ocala, FL | $45.64 | $94,920 | 130 | 4% below | $47.92 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL | $45.60 | $94,850 | 220 | 4% below | $46.67 |
| Sebring, FL | $45.25 | $94,130 | 80 | 5% below | $48.93 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $44.59 | $92,750 | 140 | 6% below | $47.48 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $42.38 | $88,150 | 260 | 11% below | $42.38 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Occupational Therapist pay in states next to Florida
What employers are posting in Florida
- 12roles with published pay
- $50.50median pay per hour
- $40–$87typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | 6 | $45 |
| Amedisys | 5 | $78.48 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $52.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 12 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Occupational Therapist jobs in Florida · Occupational Therapist salary nationwide · Florida state guide
Common questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in Florida?
The median is $47.63 per hour, about $99,070 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.37 and the top 10% earn over $55.77 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Florida city pays occupational therapists the most?
Among Florida metro areas, Naples-Marco Island, FL has the highest median at $52.80 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Florida rank for occupational therapist pay?
Florida ranks 17th of 50 states by median occupational therapist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- Select MedicalJacksonville, FL · 6 postings$45.00/ hr$36–$53
- Orlando Health Inc.Orlando, FL · 2 wage offers$42.38/ hr$42–$43
- Grandison Management, Inc.Florida · 2 wage offers$31.69/ hr$29–$34
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12 OT postings with published pay in Florida, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- OT Occupational Therapist Home HealthPer diem$70.48–$88.10/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPer diem$51.77–$65.00/ hour
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