As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Developmental Therapist in Cleveland, OH is $77,822, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,497 weekly, or $6,485 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Developmental Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Developmental Therapist in Cleveland, OH vary widely, spanning from $60,864 to $97,516. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,946) and 75th percentile ($88,130), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,516 per year. This $19,184 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Cleveland Developmental Therapist often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Cleveland currently ranks 453 statewide for Developmental Therapist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Developmental Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $60,864 Cleveland, OH August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $68,946 Cleveland, OH August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $77,822 Cleveland, OH August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $88,130 Cleveland, OH August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Developmental Therapist Salary $97,516 Cleveland, OH August 01, 2026
25% $68,946 10% $60,864 90% $97,516 75% $88,130 $77,822 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Developmental Therapist

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Physical Therapist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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