Occupational Therapist Salary Guide: Walnut Creek, CA

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Average Occupational Therapist Salary

$63.43/hour

The average salary for an Occupational Therapist in Walnut Creek, CA is $63.43 per hour. This is 23% higher than the US average of $48.71.

Last updated on October 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Occupational Therapist salaries in Walnut Creek, CA compared to State and National Averages

$63.43/hour

Walnut Creek, CA

23% higher than the US average.

$48.71/hour

United States

How Occupational Therapist Salaries in Walnut Creek Compare to Other Cities

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Fresno, California

$71/hour

Dallas, Texas

$50/hour

Fayetteville, Arkansas

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What cities in California pay the most for Occupational Therapists?

Fresno, California pays Occupational Therapists the most, averaging $71 per hour, followed by Berkeley, California ($67). Berkeley, California has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $79. For comparison, the California average for Occupational Therapists is $63 per hour — Fresno, California pays 12% more.

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Fresno, California	$71	$75
Berkeley, California	$67	$79

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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