Occupational Therapists Salary in California
Occupational Therapists in California earn a median of $124,510 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $124,510
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($100,330)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,810
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,550; the top 10% earn over $158,560. Nationally the range is $71,690 to $131,950.
States ranked near California
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Occupational Therapists pay in California
How much do occupational therapists make in California?
The median is $124,510 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $85,550 and the top 10% earn over $158,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for occupational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+24% vs. the national median of $100,330). Living costs are not included.