Therapist Salary Guide: Ohio
Average Therapist Salary
$53.84/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Ohio is $53.84 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Ohio compared to National Averages
$53.84/hour
Ohio
This is equal to the US average
$54.02/hour
United States
What cities in Ohio pay the most for Therapists?
Akron, Ohio pays Therapists the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Columbus, Ohio ($31). Columbus, Ohio has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the Ohio average for Therapists is $54 per hour — Akron, Ohio pays 17% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Akron, Ohio | $45 | $46 |
| Columbus, Ohio | $31 | $47 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Ohio?
Occupational Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Ohio, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Physical Therapist ($55) and Physical Therapy Assistant ($35). Occupational Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Ohio average for Therapists is $54 per hour — Occupational Therapist earns 5% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | $56 | $58 |
| Physical Therapist | $55 | $58 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $35 | $39 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Ohio compare to nearby states?
Pennsylvania pays Therapists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Michigan ($50) and West Virginia ($49). Pennsylvania also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Ohio average for Therapists is $54 per hour — Pennsylvania pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $53 | $63 |
| Michigan | $50 | $58 |
| West Virginia | $49 | $51 |
| New York | $48 | $57 |
| Maryland | $48 | $59 |
| Virginia | $47 | $54 |
| Kentucky | $40 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Ohio?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Therapists the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by CoreMedical Group Perm ($49) and Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region ($48). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $54. For comparison, the Ohio average for Therapists is $54 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 8% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $49 | $54 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $49 | $49 |
| Prolink Direct Placement/RPO Region | $48 | $48 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $47 | $47 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
| CoreCivic | $30 | $31 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Occupational Therapist
- The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, a Joint Venture between Premier Health and Encompass Health
- Englewood, OH
$48-58/hour
Occupational Therapist
- The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, a Joint Venture between Premier Health and Encompass Health
- Vandalia, OH
$48-58/hour
Occupational Therapist
- The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, a Joint Venture between Premier Health and Encompass Health
- Kettering, OH
$48-58/hour
Occupational Therapist
- The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, a Joint Venture between Premier Health and Encompass Health
- Huber Heights, OH
$48-58/hour
Occupational Therapist
- The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, a Joint Venture between Premier Health and Encompass Health
- Troy, OH
$48-58/hour
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