Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,360 | $101,555 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.13 | $48.82 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $122,394.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Arkansas is $106,360, or about $51.13 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Arkansas is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,160 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $106,360, Arkansas offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.