Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $107,670 | $101,555 | +6% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.76 | $48.82 | +6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,626.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $127,208 | $99,000 | $145,200 | 165 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Washington is $107,670, or about $51.76 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Washington is +6% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Washington typically earn from $99,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,340 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $107,670, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.