Occupational Therapist salary in Massachusetts
Occupational Therapists in Massachusetts earn a median of $47.32 per hour, about $98,420 a year, in line with the U.S. median of $47.28. The middle half earn between $40.10 and $50.98 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, at $47.49 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $47.32median pay per hour
- $98,420median pay per year
- 6,250employed in Massachusetts
- #20of 50 states by median pay
Occupational Therapist pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.11 | $73,030 | $32.25 |
| Lower quartile | $40.10 | $83,410 | $38.70 |
| Median | $47.32 | $98,420 | $47.28 |
| Upper quartile | $50.98 | $106,040 | $53.11 |
| Top 10% | $58.89 | $122,490 | $62.42 |
Occupational Therapist pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $47.49 | $98,790 | 4,650 | in line with | $43.86 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $47.46 | $98,720 | 180 | in line with | — |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $46.59 | $96,910 | 80 | 2% below | $46.48 |
| Worcester, MA | $46.54 | $96,800 | 760 | 2% below | $45.39 |
| Springfield, MA | $44.66 | $92,890 | 380 | 6% below | $46.49 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $41.47 | $86,250 | 100 | 12% below | $43.60 |
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 Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $49.08 | $102,080 | 4% above Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $40.86 | $84,980 | 14% below Massachusetts |
| New York | $45.85 | $95,370 | 3% below Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $47.67 | $99,150 | 1% above Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $41.55 | $86,420 | 12% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 16roles with published pay
- $49.06median pay per hour
- $42–$58typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 8 | $53.26 |
| Enhabit Home Health | 4 | $46.88 |
| UMass Memorial Health Care | 2 | $48.32 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 1 | $57.27 |
| Boston Medical Center | 1 | $45.91 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 16 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in Massachusetts?
The median is $47.32 per hour, about $98,420 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.11 and the top 10% earn over $58.89 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays occupational therapists the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH has the highest median at $47.49 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for occupational therapist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 20th 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 hospitals
- Mass General BrighamCharlestown, MA · 8 postings$53.26/ hr$43–$58
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 2 postings$48.32/ hr$35–$62
- Enhabit Home HealthNorwood, MA · 4 postings$46.88/ hr$27–$48
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16 OT postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 16 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - PRNPer diem$49.55–$65.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist Per Diem InpatientPer diem$52.53–$57.59/ hour
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