Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,040 | $101,555 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.10 | $48.82 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,791.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Rhode Island is $100,040, or about $48.10 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Rhode Island is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 770 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $100,040, Rhode Island offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.