Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Texas
Average Occupational Therapist Salary
$49.77/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Texas is $49.77 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $52.49.
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Occupational Therapist salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$49.77/hour
Texas
5% lower than the US average.
$52.49/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Occupational Therapists?
Dallas, Texas pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Houston, Texas ($48) and Plano, Texas ($39). Dallas, Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Texas average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour, roughly in line with Dallas, Texas.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas, Texas | $50 | $60 |
| Houston, Texas | $48 | $53 |
| Plano, Texas | $39 | $46 |
How does the pay for Occupational Therapists in Texas compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Arizona ($50) and Colorado ($47). Arizona has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Texas average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Missouri pays 6% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $53 | $60 |
| Arizona | $50 | $61 |
| Colorado | $47 | $58 |
| Arkansas | $39 | $39 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapist jobs in Texas?
Select Medical pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Cook Children’s Health Care System ($46) and Bluebix Solutions ($46). For comparison, the Texas average for Occupational Therapists is $50 per hour — Select Medical pays 21% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | $60 | $60 |
| Cook Children’s Health Care System | $46 | $46 |
| Bluebix Solutions | $46 | $46 |
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $43 | $43 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $31 | $31 |
Last updated on October 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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