Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$50.48/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in North Carolina is $50.48 per hour. This is 10% 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 North Carolina compared to National Averages
$50.48/hour
North Carolina
10% lower than the US average.
$55.40/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Occupational Therapists?
Only Gastonia, North Carolina reports pay data for Occupational Therapists, averaging $41 per hour. Gastonia, North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Gastonia, North Carolina pays 19% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gastonia, North Carolina | $41 | $48 |
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Ohio pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Georgia ($54) and Pennsylvania ($48). Ohio also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Ohio pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $56 | $58 |
| Georgia | $54 | $56 |
| Pennsylvania | $48 | $48 |
| South Carolina | $46 | $46 |
| Kentucky | $46 | $46 |
| Virginia | $43 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in North Carolina?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Med Hires ($49) and Patterns Hiring - Perm ($43). Med Hires has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $49 | $49 |
| Med Hires | $49 | $50 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $43 | $43 |
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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