Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$56.99/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Missouri is $56.99 per hour. This is 3% higher than the US average of $55.16.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Occupational Therapist salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$56.99/hour
Missouri
3% higher than the US average.
$55.16/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Occupational Therapists?
Only Saint Louis, Missouri reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $55 per hour. Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Missouri average for Occupational Therapists is $57 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 4% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $55 | $60 |
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Mississippi pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $74 per hour, followed by Louisiana ($67) and Illinois ($57). For comparison, the Missouri average for Occupational Therapists is $57 per hour — Mississippi pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $74 | $74 |
| Louisiana | $67 | $67 |
| Illinois | $57 | $57 |
| Georgia | $54 | $56 |
| Kentucky | $46 | $46 |
| Alabama | $45 | $45 |
| Arkansas | $39 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Missouri?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by BJC HealthCare ($45). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Missouri average for Occupational Therapists is $57 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $53 |
| BJC HealthCare | $45 | $45 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
- Creve Coeur, MO
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- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
- Kirkwood, MO
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- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
- Mehlville, MO
$46-59/hour
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- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
- Wildwood, MO
$46-59/hour
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- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
- Spanish Lake, MO
$46-59/hour
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