Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$50.42/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Illinois is $50.42 per hour. This is 3% 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 Illinois compared to National Averages
$50.42/hour
Illinois
3% lower than the US average.
$52.17/hour
United States
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Wisconsin pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Missouri ($51) and Ohio ($51). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Illinois average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Wisconsin pays 14% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $57 | $65 |
| Missouri | $51 | $59 |
| Ohio | $51 | $58 |
| Michigan | $43 | $48 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Illinois?
Maximum Healthcare Solutions pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($46) and Patterns Hiring - Perm ($46). For comparison, the Illinois average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Maximum Healthcare Solutions pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Healthcare Solutions | $50 | $50 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $46 | $47 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $46 | $47 |
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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Home Health Occupational Therapist
- Elara Caring
- Winnebago, IL
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Home Health Occupational Therapist
- Elara Caring
- Naperville, IL
$85K-120K/year
Occupational Therapist
- Centra Healthcare QIA
- Macomb, IL
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$77K-116K/year
approximately $37-56/hrHome Health Occupational Therapist
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Macomb, IL
- 4x10 hrs
$37-57/hour
Outpatient Occupational Therapist
- PT Solutions Physical Therapy
- Aurora, IL
$85K-100K/year
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