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Occupational Therapists Salary Guide for Pennsylvania

occupational therapists working in Pennsylvania earn an average of $88,560.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
7,290
Annual Mean Salary
$88,560.00
Hourly Rate
$42.58
Estimated Monthly*
$6,812.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Pennsylvania vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Pennsylvania's occupational therapists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Pennsylvania offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Pennsylvania shows an upward salary trend for occupational therapists, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for occupational therapists can vary significantly within Pennsylvania. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington

Annual Mean Salary
$97,650.00
Hourly Rate
$46.95
Employment
3,880 professionals
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Reading

Annual Mean Salary
$90,770.00
Hourly Rate
$43.64
Employment
200 professionals
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Bloomsburg-Berwick

Annual Mean Salary
$90,480.00
Hourly Rate
$43.50
Employment
100 professionals
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Williamsport

Annual Mean Salary
$89,950.00
Hourly Rate
$43.25
Employment
70 professionals
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Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton

Annual Mean Salary
$88,560.00
Hourly Rate
$42.58
Employment
380 professionals
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York-Hanover

Annual Mean Salary
$87,480.00
Hourly Rate
$42.06
Employment
220 professionals
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Chambersburg-Waynesboro

Annual Mean Salary
$87,150.00
Hourly Rate
$41.90
Employment
70 professionals
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East Stroudsburg

Annual Mean Salary
$85,830.00
Hourly Rate
$41.26
Employment
50 professionals
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Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton

Annual Mean Salary
$85,180.00
Hourly Rate
$40.95
Employment
280 professionals
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Harrisburg-Carlisle

Annual Mean Salary
$84,810.00
Hourly Rate
$40.78
Employment
410 professionals
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Lebanon

Annual Mean Salary
$84,610.00
Hourly Rate
$40.68
Employment
40 professionals
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Southern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$84,390.00
Hourly Rate
$40.57
Employment
230 professionals
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Gettysburg

Annual Mean Salary
$83,520.00
Hourly Rate
$40.15
Employment
30 professionals
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Lancaster

Annual Mean Salary
$83,050.00
Hourly Rate
$39.93
Employment
260 professionals
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Erie

Annual Mean Salary
$82,880.00
Hourly Rate
$39.85
Employment
150 professionals
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Pittsburgh

Annual Mean Salary
$82,000.00
Hourly Rate
$39.42
Employment
1,110 professionals
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State College

Annual Mean Salary
$81,190.00
Hourly Rate
$39.04
Employment
50 professionals
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Altoona

Annual Mean Salary
$80,390.00
Hourly Rate
$38.65
Employment
100 professionals
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Johnstown

Annual Mean Salary
$80,340.00
Hourly Rate
$38.62
Employment
110 professionals
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Western Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$73,300.00
Hourly Rate
$35.24
Employment
170 professionals
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Northern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$64,440.00
Hourly Rate
$30.98
Employment
210 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.