Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Georgia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $104,010 | $101,555 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.00 | $48.82 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,006.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $101,189 | $78,750 | $115,500 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Georgia is $104,010, or about $50.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Georgia is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Georgia typically earn from $78,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,650 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $104,010, Georgia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.