Occupational Therapist Salary in California
A occupational therapist in California earns an estimated $113,100 a year ($54.38 an hour). Most workers fall from $76,900 to $164,000, depending on experience and employer.
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Occupational Therapist pay in California
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $76,900 | $36.97 |
| Median (estimate) | $113,100 | $54.38 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $164,000 | $78.85 |
| US national median | $98,000 | $47.12 |
The California estimate is 15% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in California keeps about $82,741 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,182.34 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the California paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in California?
About $113,100 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.