Occupational Therapist Salary in District of Columbia
A occupational therapist in District of Columbia earns an estimated $117,200 a year ($56.35 an hour). Most workers fall from $79,700 to $169,900, depending on experience and employer.
Occupational Therapist pay in District of Columbia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $79,700 | $38.32 |
| Median (estimate) | $117,200 | $56.35 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $169,900 | $81.68 |
| US national median | $98,000 | $47.12 |
The District of Columbia estimate is 20% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in District of Columbia keeps about $83,662 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $3,217.78 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the District of Columbia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a occupational therapist make in District of Columbia?
About $117,200 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
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