Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,980 | $101,555 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.43 | $48.82 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,886.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $106,007 | $82,500 | $121,000 | 117 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Maryland is $106,980, or about $51.43 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Maryland is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Maryland typically earn from $82,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,390 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $106,980, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.