Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Mississippi
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$73.51/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Mississippi is $73.51 per hour. This is 25% higher than the US average of $55.40.
Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Occupational Therapist salaries in Mississippi compared to National Averages
$73.51/hour
Mississippi
25% higher than the US average.
$55.40/hour
United States
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in Mississippi compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Texas ($57) and Florida ($55). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Occupational Therapists is $74 per hour — Missouri pays 22% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $57 | $59 |
| Texas | $57 | $60 |
| Florida | $55 | $58 |
| Illinois | $54 | $57 |
| Kentucky | $46 | $46 |
| Arkansas | $39 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Mississippi?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $64 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $74. For comparison, the Mississippi average for Occupational Therapists is $74 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 12% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $64 | $74 |
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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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Memphis, a partner of Methodist Healthcare
- Walls, MS
$74+/hour
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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Memphis, a partner of Methodist Healthcare
- Lynchburg, MS
$74+/hour
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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Memphis, a partner of Methodist Healthcare
- Byhalia, MS
$74+/hour
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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Memphis, a partner of Methodist Healthcare
- Southaven, MS
$74+/hour
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- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Memphis, a partner of Methodist Healthcare
- Hernando, MS
$74+/hour
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