Occupational Therapists Salary in District of Columbia
Occupational Therapists in District of Columbia earn a median of $109,170 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $109,170
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($100,330)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,760; the top 10% earn over $129,810. Nationally the range is $71,690 to $131,950.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Physical Therapists$101,640 median in District of Columbia
- Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary$107,770 median in District of Columbia
- Recreational Therapists$95,640 median in District of Columbia
- Nurse Midwives$101,450 median in District of Columbia
- Midwives$113,640 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Speech-Language Pathologists$109,380 median in District of Columbia
Occupational Therapists pay in District of Columbia
How much do occupational therapists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $109,170 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $81,760 and the top 10% earn over $129,810. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for occupational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+9% vs. the national median of $100,330). Living costs are not included.