Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,360 | $101,555 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.77 | $48.82 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $96,093.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $101,189 | $78,750 | $115,500 | 123 |
| Jacksonville | $88,660 | $69,000 | $101,200 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Florida is $99,360, or about $47.77 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Florida is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Florida typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 10,650 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $99,360, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.