Occupational Therapist salary in Indiana
Occupational Therapists in Indiana earn a median of $44.95 per hour, about $93,500 a year, 5% below the U.S. median of $47.28. The middle half earn between $38.02 and $49.95 per hour. The highest median among Indiana metro areas is in Kokomo, IN, at $46.81 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $44.95median pay per hour
- $93,500median pay per year
- 3,440employed in Indiana
- #33of 50 states by median pay
Occupational Therapist pay in Indiana: percentiles
| Level | Indiana per hour | Indiana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.37 | $63,170 | $32.25 |
| Lower quartile | $38.02 | $79,080 | $38.70 |
| Median | $44.95 | $93,500 | $47.28 |
| Upper quartile | $49.95 | $103,900 | $53.11 |
| Top 10% | $58.32 | $121,310 | $62.42 |
Occupational Therapist pay by metro area in Indiana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Indiana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokomo, IN | $46.81 | $97,350 | 60 | 4% above | $52.22 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | $46.67 | $97,070 | 120 | 4% above | $50.26 |
| Bloomington, IN | $46.66 | $97,040 | 80 | 4% above | $49.07 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $45.88 | $95,420 | 1,490 | 2% above | $47.94 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $45.12 | $93,840 | 60 | in line with | $51.39 |
| Columbus, IN | $44.66 | $92,890 | 60 | 1% below | $48.02 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $42.11 | $87,590 | 240 | 6% below | $45.49 |
| Muncie, IN | $40.14 | $83,490 | 40 | 11% below | $45.54 |
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $39.29 | $81,730 | 40 | 13% below | $43.50 |
| Evansville, IN | $38.43 | $79,930 | 200 | 15% below | $41.99 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $38.10 | $79,250 | 90 | 15% below | $40.78 |
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).
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What employers are posting in Indiana
- 3roles with published pay
- $44.30median pay per hour
- $36–$54typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| CommonSpirit Health | 2 | $45.30 |
| Select Medical | 1 | $42.70 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 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 Indiana · Occupational Therapist salary nationwide · Indiana state guide
Common questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in Indiana?
The median is $44.95 per hour, about $93,500 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $30.37 and the top 10% earn over $58.32 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Indiana city pays occupational therapists the most?
Among Indiana metro areas, Kokomo, IN has the highest median at $46.81 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Indiana rank for occupational therapist pay?
Indiana ranks 33rd 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
- CommonSpirit HealthEvansville, IN · 2 postings$45.30/ hr$36–$55
- Marion General Hospital, Inc.Marion, IN · 1 wage offer$35.61/ hr$36–$36
- Grandison Management, Inc.Vincennes, IN · 1 wage offer$34.50/ hr$34–$34
- Grandison Management, Inc.Hanover, IN · 1 wage offer$34.50/ hr$34–$34
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2What they are offering now
3 OT postings with published pay in Indiana, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 OT roles
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$37.22–$55.37/ hour
- Occupational Therapist - PRNPer diem$35.62–$52.99/ hour
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