As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Educational Therapist in the US is $49,552, equivalent to $24 per hour, $953 weekly, or $4,129 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Educational Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Educational Therapist in the US vary widely, spanning from $35,161 to $61,491. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,019) and 75th percentile ($55,801), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,491 per year. This $13,782 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Child Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Educational Therapist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 46 companies and industry startups. 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
Educational Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Educational Therapist Salary $35,161 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Educational Therapist Salary $42,019 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Educational Therapist Salary $49,552 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Educational Therapist Salary $55,801 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Educational Therapist Salary $61,491 US August 01, 2026
25% $42,019 10% $35,161 90% $61,491 75% $55,801 $49,552 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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