Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,440 | $101,555 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.33 | $48.82 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,861.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $100,225 | $78,000 | $114,400 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Pennsylvania is $98,440, or about $47.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Pennsylvania is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Pennsylvania typically earn from $78,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 6,560 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $98,440, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.