Occupational Therapists Salary in Nebraska
Occupational Therapists in Nebraska make a median of $87,010 a year, or about $41.83 an hour. The range runs from $73K at the entry level to $106K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Nebraska. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $87K get you in Nebraska?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Nebraska
Entry-level occupational therapists (10th percentile) start around $73K. Mid-career wages sit at $87K. Top earners bring in $106K or more, a $32K spread from bottom to top.
Occupational Therapists salary by metro in Nebraska
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $92K | +5% | 280 |
| Grand Island | $84K | -3% | 60 |
| Omaha | $84K | -4% | 880 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Nebraska?
The median is $87,010 a year, that works out to about $42 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $73,310, and experienced occupational therapists can clear $105,500. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $87K enough to live in Nebraska?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $5,470/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,113/month, which eats 20.3% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a occupational therapists salary go in Nebraska?
Nebraska has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median occupational therapists salary is worth about $96,624 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do occupational therapists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.