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Occupational Therapist

A comprehensive guide to Occupational Therapist licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$95,249 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Comparable to national median earnings

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

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StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
$119,470High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
$106,840High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
NV
NevadaCompact: Yes
$104,770High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
CO
ColoradoCompact: Pending
$103,970High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
OK
OklahomaCompact: Yes
$103,510High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
NJ
New JerseyCompact: No
$103,340High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails