Occupational Therapists Salary in Illinois
Occupational Therapists in Illinois earn a median of $99,700 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,700
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($100,330)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,710
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $73,360; the top 10% earn over $132,180. Nationally the range is $71,690 to $131,950.
States ranked near Illinois
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Occupational Therapists pay in Illinois
How much do occupational therapists make in Illinois?
The median is $99,700 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $73,360 and the top 10% earn over $132,180. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for occupational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 51 (−1% vs. the national median of $100,330). Living costs are not included.