Occupational Therapist Salary in Washington, DC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$107,792
Hourly Rate
$51.82
/hour
Jobs in Area
210
employed
Occupational Therapist Salary Range in Washington, DC
Annual Salary Range
$68k
10th percentile
$91k
25th
$130k
75th
$151k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $67,700 | $32.55 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,589 | $43.55 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $107,792 | $51.82 |
| 75th Percentile | $130,317 | $62.65 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $151,334 | $72.76 |
| Average (Mean) | $118,421 | $56.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Occupational Therapist salary in Washington, DC is $107,792 per year or $51.82 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Washington, DC Compares
vs National Average
$96,370
vs District of Columbia Average
$91,786
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$76,939
Cost of living in Washington, DC is 40.1% above the national average.
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