Average Occupational Therapist Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Occupational Therapist in Georgia earns $91,200 per year, which is below the national average of $93,180. This translates to approximately $43.85 per hour, $3,508 biweekly, or $7,600 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$68,400	$32.88
Average (50th)	$91,200	$43.85
Experienced (75th)	$104,900	$50.42
Top Earners (90th)	$118,600	$57.02

Occupational Therapist Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$98,500	$8,208/mo
Augusta	$93,000	$7,750/mo
Savannah	$89,400	$7,450/mo
Athens	$86,600	$7,217/mo
Macon	$84,800	$7,067/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Master's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	12% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Occupational Therapists in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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