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Average Occupational Therapist Salary

$52.63/hour

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Arizona is $52.63 per hour. This is 1% higher than the US average of $52.17.

Last updated on September 16, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Occupational Therapist salaries in Arizona compared to National Averages

$52.63/hour

Arizona

1% higher than the US average.

$52.17/hour

United States

How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in Arizona compare to nearby states?

California pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Texas ($48) and Colorado ($47). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $68. For comparison, the Arizona average for Occupational Therapists is $53 per hour — California pays 16% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
California	$61	$68
Texas	$48	$58
Colorado	$47	$58

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Arizona?

Patterns Hiring - Perm pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $62 per hour, followed by Tenet-AZ Region ($42). For comparison, the Arizona average for Occupational Therapists is $53 per hour — Patterns Hiring - Perm pays 17% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Patterns Hiring - Perm	$62	$62
Tenet-AZ Region	$42	$46

Last updated on September 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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