Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $103,660 | $101,555 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.84 | $48.82 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,939.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $96,370 | $75,000 | $110,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $94,443 | $73,500 | $107,800 | 99 |
| Tucson | $86,733 | $67,500 | $99,000 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Arizona is $103,660, or about $49.84 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Arizona is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Arizona typically earn from $75,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,680 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $103,660, Arizona offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.