Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: New Jersey

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Average Occupational Therapist Salary

$51.00/hour

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in New Jersey is $51.00 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $52.20.

Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Occupational Therapist salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$51.00/hour

New Jersey

2% lower than the US average.

$52.20/hour

United States

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

Massachusetts pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by New York ($51) and Maryland ($50). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Occupational Therapists is $51 per hour, roughly in line with Massachusetts.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Massachusetts	$51	$56
New York	$51	$54
Maryland	$50	$50
Pennsylvania	$48	$48

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

Only Frontline Personnel reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $50 per hour. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Occupational Therapists is $51 per hour — Frontline Personnel pays 2% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Frontline Personnel	$50	$50

Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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