Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,930 | $101,555 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.64 | $48.82 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $109,115.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Mississippi is $94,930, or about $45.64 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Mississippi is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,340 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $94,930, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.