Occupational Therapist Salary in Washington, DC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$112,675
Hourly Rate
$54.17
/hour
Jobs in Area
202
employed
Occupational Therapist Salary Range in Washington, DC
Annual Salary Range
$73k
10th percentile
$92k
25th
$138k
75th
$163k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $73,043 | $35.12 |
| 25th Percentile | $91,802 | $44.14 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $112,675 | $54.17 |
| 75th Percentile | $138,094 | $66.39 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $163,011 | $78.37 |
| Average (Mean) | $119,371 | $57.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Occupational Therapist salary in Washington, DC is $112,675 per year or $54.17 per hour as of 2024. 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 2024. The geographic area covered is the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Washington, DC Compares
vs National Average
$96,370
vs District of Columbia Average
$99,642
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$80,425
Cost of living in Washington, DC is 40.1% above the national average.
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