Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $83,200 | $101,555 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.00 | $48.82 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $93,483.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in North Dakota is $83,200, or about $40.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. North Dakota is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 570 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $83,200, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.