Occupational Therapists Salary in South Carolina
Occupational Therapists in South Carolina earn a median of $101,130 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,130
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($100,330)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,840
Pay range in South Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,370; the top 10% earn over $123,110. Nationally the range is $71,690 to $131,950.
States ranked near South Carolina
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Occupational Therapists pay in South Carolina
How much do occupational therapists make in South Carolina?
The median is $101,130 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,370 and the top 10% earn over $123,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Carolina a good state for occupational therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 51 (+1% vs. the national median of $100,330). Living costs are not included.