Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Florida
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$49.98/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Florida is $49.98 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $52.17.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Occupational Therapist salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$49.98/hour
Florida
4% lower than the US average.
$52.17/hour
United States
What cities in Florida pay the most for Occupational Therapists?
Only West Palm Beach, Florida reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $43 per hour. West Palm Beach, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $51. For comparison, the Florida average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — West Palm Beach, Florida pays 14% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| West Palm Beach, Florida | $43 | $51 |
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in Florida compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($49). Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the Florida average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Georgia pays 11% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $56 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $49 | $51 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Florida?
Step Up Rehab pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Med Hires ($48) and Patterns Hiring - Perm ($40). For comparison, the Florida average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour, roughly in line with Step Up Rehab.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Step Up Rehab | $50 | $50 |
| Med Hires | $48 | $49 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $40 | $40 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $35 | $35 |
| Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet | $33 | $33 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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