Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: New York
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$51.07/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in New York is $51.07 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $52.15.
Last updated on October 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Occupational Therapist salaries in New York compared to National Averages
$51.07/hour
New York
2% lower than the US average.
$52.15/hour
United States
What cities in New York pay the most for Occupational Therapists?
Only Brooklyn, New York reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $50 per hour. Brooklyn, New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $54. For comparison, the New York average for Occupational Therapists is $51 per hour — Brooklyn, New York pays 2% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn, New York | $50 | $54 |
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in New York compare to nearby states?
New Jersey pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Massachusetts ($51) and Maryland ($50). Massachusetts has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the New York average for Occupational Therapists is $51 per hour — New Jersey pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $52 | $54 |
| Massachusetts | $51 | $56 |
| Maryland | $50 | $50 |
| Pennsylvania | $48 | $48 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in New York?
Frontline Personnel pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Hands of Hope ($46). Frontline Personnel also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the New York average for Occupational Therapists is $51 per hour — Frontline Personnel pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Frontline Personnel | $51 | $53 |
| Hands of Hope | $46 | $46 |
Last updated on October 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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