Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Kentucky

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Average Occupational Therapist Salary

$45.67/hour

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Kentucky is $45.67 per hour. This is 21% 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 Kentucky compared to National Averages

$45.67/hour

Kentucky

21% lower than the US average.

$55.40/hour

United States

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

Ohio pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Georgia ($54) and Illinois ($54). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Occupational Therapists is $46 per hour — Ohio pays 23% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Ohio	$56	$58
Georgia	$54	$56
Illinois	$54	$57
North Carolina	$50	$52
South Carolina	$46	$46
Virginia	$43	$46

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

Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $39 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Occupational Therapists is $46 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 14% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs	$39	$46

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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