Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Occupational Therapist Salary in Nebraska

The median occupational therapist salary in Nebraska is $83,862 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $93,180.

Median Salary

$83,862

vs National

$-9,318

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Occupational Therapist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level occupational therapist earns around $57,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $108,000 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,600

$-6,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$83,700

$-9,300 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$108,000

$-12,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,800	$62,000	$-6,200
25th Percentile	$69,480	$77,200	$-7,720
Median (50th)	$83,862	$93,180	$-9,318
75th Percentile	$98,820	$109,800	$-10,980
90th Percentile	$114,759	$127,510	$-12,751

Major Cities for Occupational Therapists in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for occupational therapists in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Omaha, NE