Salary distribution
Where New York occupational therapists fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $77,980 and $112,170, with a median of $95,370.
Occupational Therapists in New York: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 176 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $71,313. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 141 | $72,800 |
| Level II — qualified | 6 | $100,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $128,440 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 4 | $131,207 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Occupational Therapists in New York. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandison Management, Inc. | Occupational Therapist | 137 | $61,402 |
| THE PERFECT PLAYGROUND OT, PT & SLP, PLLC | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST | 4 | $85,831 |
| RCM Technologies Inc. | Occupational Therapist | 3 | $75,920 |
| New York City Department of Education | Occupational Therapist | 2 | $80,336 |
| HEALTHPRO NURSING SOLUTIONS LLC | Occupational Therapist | 2 | $76,066 |
| PRIORITY CARE STAFFING LLC | Director - Occupational Therapist | 2 | $125,986 |
| International Institute for the Brain, LTD | Occupational Therapist | 2 | $90,000 |
| THERAPEUTIC RESOURCES PHYSICAL, OCCUP, & SPEECH THERAPY SERVICES, LLP. | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST | 2 | $104,000 |
| Infinite Services Inc. | Occupational Therapist | 2 | $95,500 |
| Reach For The Stars Learning Center | Occupational Therapist | 1 | $90,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Occupational Therapist at Reach For The Stars Learning Center$90,000BrooklynDecided Dec 19, 2025I-200-25346-478962
- Occupational Therapist at New York City Department of Education$82,807BrooklynDecided Dec 15, 2025I-200-25342-465616
- Occupational Therapist at Grandison Management, Inc.$51,688WellsvilleDecided Dec 10, 2025I-200-25337-454250
- Staff Occupational Therapist at Apple Blossom Occupational Therapy Services PLLC$208,000New YorkDecided Nov 18, 2025I-200-25314-394070
- Occupational Therapist at HEALTHPRO NURSING SOLUTIONS LLC$76,066BrooklynWage Level IDecided Sep 26, 2025I-200-25262-321920
- Occupational Therapist at HEALTHPRO NURSING SOLUTIONS LLC$76,066BrooklynWage Level IDecided Sep 5, 2025I-200-25240-274897
- Occupational Therapist at THERADYNAMICS REHAB MANAGEMENT LLC$76,066BrooklynWage Level IDecided Aug 25, 2025I-200-25230-248678
- Occupational Therapist at Grandison Management, Inc.$76,066BronxWage Level IDecided Aug 18, 2025I-200-25223-234190
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Occupational Therapists pay by experience level in New York
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Occupational Therapists specialties in New York
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 174 certified offers. The most common variant is Occupational Therapist at a median of $64,002.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | Grandison Management, Inc. | 171 | $64,002 |
| Director - Occupational Therapist | PRIORITY CARE STAFFING LLC | 3 | $125,986 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Occupational Therapists in New York, by industry
Median offered wage across 176 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $61,880.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Grandison Management, Inc. | 151 | $61,880 |
| Healthcare | THE PERFECT PLAYGROUND OT, PT & SLP, PLLC | 21 | $95,000 |
| Education | New York City Department of Education | 4 | $80,336 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in New York over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Master's degree
Experience
Internship/residency
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.7 / 5
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Psychology
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.2 / 5
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Service Orientation
Technical
- 4.1 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Monitoring
Cross-functional
- 4.1 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Test and evaluate patients' physical and mental abilities and analyze medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals for patients.
- 02
Complete and maintain necessary records.
- 03
Plan, organize, and conduct occupational therapy programs in hospital, institutional, or community settings to help rehabilitate persons with disabilities because of illness, injury or psychological or developmental problems.
- 04
Plan and implement programs and social activities to help patients learn work or school skills and adjust to handicaps.
- 05
Evaluate patients' progress and prepare reports that detail progress.
- 06
Train caregivers in providing for the needs of a patient during and after therapy.
- 07
Select activities that will help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of their mental or physical capabilities.
- 08
Lay out materials such as puzzles, scissors and eating utensils for use in therapy, and clean and repair these tools after therapy sessions.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+13.8%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing much faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for occupational therapists in major New York metropolitan areas.
- New York City$102,750
- Buffalo$77,550
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Occupational Therapists in New York?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Occupational Therapists in New York is $95,370.
- How does New York compare to the national median for Occupational Therapists?
- The New York median is -3.0% versus the BLS national figure of $98,308.
- What is the salary range for Occupational Therapists in New York?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $63,120 and the 90th-percentile at $139,800, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Occupational Therapists a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 13.8% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Occupational Therapists?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Master's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.