Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Detroit, MI

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Average Occupational Therapist Salary

$41.83/hour

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Detroit, MI is $41.83 per hour. This is 2% higher than the Michigan average of $40.87.

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Occupational Therapist salaries in Detroit, MI compared to State and National Averages

$41.83/hour

Detroit, MI

21% lower than the US average.

$40.87/hour

Michigan

24% lower than the US average.

$50.80/hour

United States

How Occupational Therapist Salaries in Detroit Compare to Other Cities

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Columbia, South Carolina

$59/hour

This is 29% higher than the Detroit average of $41.83.

Houston, Texas

$50/hour

This is 17% higher than the Detroit average of $41.83.

Twin Falls, Idaho

$62/hour

This is 33% higher than the Detroit average of $41.83.

What cities in Michigan pay the most for Occupational Therapists?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Detroit, Michigan	$42	$56

What are the highest paying Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Detroit?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Detroit Medical Center	$34	$34

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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