Occupational Therapist salary in Maryland
Occupational Therapists in Maryland earn a median of $48.98 per hour, about $101,880 a year, 4% above the U.S. median of $47.28. The middle half earn between $40.05 and $55.70 per hour. The highest median among Maryland metro areas is in Lexington Park, MD, at $48.99 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $48.98median pay per hour
- $101,880median pay per year
- 2,650employed in Maryland
- #9of 50 states by median pay
Occupational Therapist pay in Maryland: percentiles
| Level | Maryland per hour | Maryland per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.37 | $73,570 | $32.25 |
| Lower quartile | $40.05 | $83,300 | $38.70 |
| Median | $48.98 | $101,880 | $47.28 |
| Upper quartile | $55.70 | $115,860 | $53.11 |
| Top 10% | $62.22 | $129,420 | $62.42 |
Occupational Therapist pay by metro area in Maryland
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maryland median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park, MD | $48.99 | $101,890 | 70 | in line with | — |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $47.77 | $99,360 | 1,460 | 2% below | $45.72 |
| Salisbury, MD | $45.55 | $94,740 | 50 | 7% below | $47.64 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $43.00 | $89,440 | 120 | 12% below | — |
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 Maryland
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $46.19 | $96,080 | 6% below Maryland |
| District of Columbia | $47.73 | $99,290 | 3% below Maryland |
| Pennsylvania | $45.25 | $94,120 | 8% below Maryland |
| Virginia | $48.34 | $100,540 | 1% below Maryland |
| West Virginia | $44.84 | $93,260 | 8% below Maryland |
What employers are posting in Maryland
- 10roles with published pay
- $43.22median pay per hour
- $35–$54typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health | 6 | $43.22 |
| Select Medical | 2 | $44.19 |
| University of Maryland Medical System | 1 | $46.06 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $67 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 10 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 Maryland · Occupational Therapist salary nationwide · Maryland state guide
Common questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in Maryland?
The median is $48.98 per hour, about $101,880 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.37 and the top 10% earn over $62.22 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maryland city pays occupational therapists the most?
Among Maryland metro areas, Lexington Park, MD has the highest median at $48.99 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maryland rank for occupational therapist pay?
Maryland ranks 9th 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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- Adventist HealthCare, Inc.Rockville, MD · 2 wage offers$48.61/ hr$47–$50
- Select MedicalColumbia, MD · 2 postings$44.19/ hr$38–$55
- Adventist HealthWaldorf, MD · 6 postings$43.22/ hr$35–$52
- Grandison Management, Inc.Maryland · 10 wage offers$35.60/ hr$36–$36
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- Occupational Therapist IPermanent$36.83–$55.29/ hour
- Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Hands and NeuroPermanent$80k–$90k/ year
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