Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $103,410 | $101,555 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.72 | $48.82 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,046.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in New Jersey is $103,410, or about $49.72 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. New Jersey is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,290 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $103,410, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.