Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,050 | $101,555 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.22 | $48.82 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $105,912.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Alabama is $94,050, or about $45.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Alabama is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,500 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $94,050, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.