Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Arkansas

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Average Occupational Therapist Salary

$38.77/hour

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Arkansas is $38.77 per hour. This is 43% lower than the US average of $55.40.

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Occupational Therapist salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages

$38.77/hour

Arkansas

43% lower than the US average.

$55.40/hour

United States

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

Mississippi pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Missouri ($57) and Texas ($57). For comparison, the Arkansas average for Occupational Therapists is $39 per hour — Mississippi pays 90% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Mississippi	$74	$74
Missouri	$57	$59
Texas	$57	$60
Illinois	$54	$57
Kentucky	$46	$46

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

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $39 per hour. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Occupational Therapists is $39 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$39	$39

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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