What are the main factors that influence a Lead Occupational Therapist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Lead Occupational Therapist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Occupational Therapist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Occupational Therapist's salary?

A Lead Occupational Therapist's salary grows with experience: starting around $107,387 for beginners, reaching about $110,888 at mid-level, and approach $115,029 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Occupational Therapist?

Lead Occupational Therapist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Occupational Therapist roles are District of Columbia $121,235, California $120,775, Massachusetts $119,166. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Occupational Therapist roles make?

Salaries for Lead Occupational Therapist level roles vary by specialization: Pediatric Occupational Therapist: $120,332; School Occupational Therapist: $110,180; Certified Occupational Therapist: $107,900; Registered Occupational Therapist: $107,890; Occupational Therapist (OT): $107,810.

Lead Occupational Therapist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Occupational Therapist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Occupational Therapist in Delaware is $110,888 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Lead Occupational Therapist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,822
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,405 to $120,275
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,682

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Lead Occupational Therapist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,275	$10,023	$2,313	$58
Average	$110,888	$9,241	$2,132	$53
25th Percentile	$102,405	$8,534	$1,969	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Occupational Therapist Salaries

A Lead Occupational Therapist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Occupational Therapist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Occupational Therapist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $107,387
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,643
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,888
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,753
Expert (over 8 years): $115,029

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Occupational Therapist	$107,387
Intermediate Level Lead Occupational Therapist	$107,643
Senior Level Lead Occupational Therapist	$110,888
Specialist Level Lead Occupational Therapist	$114,753
Expert Level Lead Occupational Therapist	$115,029

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How Do Lead Occupational Therapist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Occupational Therapists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,235.
California: $120,775.
Massachusetts: $119,166.

District of Columbia $121,235 California $120,775 Massachusetts $119,166 Washington $118,728 New Jersey $118,684 Alaska $118,531 Connecticut $117,019 New York $116,406

Hawaii $114,446 Rhode Island $113,526 Maryland $112,902 Minnesota $112,048 Colorado $111,720 Illinois $111,610 Oregon $111,194 Delaware $110,888

New Hampshire $110,695 Virginia $110,263 Pennsylvania $109,004 Nevada $108,369 North Dakota $108,161 Michigan $107,833 Wisconsin $107,712 Vermont $107,471

Texas $106,803 Maine $106,760 Arizona $106,694 Ohio $106,617 Georgia $105,610 Indiana $105,106 Wyoming $105,008 Utah $104,854

Iowa $104,789 Kansas $104,263 Louisiana $104,110 North Carolina $104,055 Missouri $104,033 Florida $103,606 Montana $103,376 Nebraska $103,157

Kentucky $103,037 South Carolina $102,599 Tennessee $102,325 Idaho $102,215 New Mexico $101,416 Oklahoma $101,241 Alabama $100,595 South Dakota $99,511

Arkansas $98,920 West Virginia $98,602 Mississippi $97,649

Top Paying Cities for Lead Occupational Therapists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $110,388
Little Creek: $111,196
Magnolia: $111,037

Lincoln, DE $110,388 Little Creek, DE $111,196 Magnolia, DE $111,037 Milford, DE $110,669 Marydel, DE $110,850 Millsboro, DE $109,925 Millville, DE $110,095 Milton, DE $110,285

Nassau, DE $110,365 Ocean View, DE $110,076 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,288 Seaford, DE $110,350 Selbyville, DE $109,893 Smyrna, DE $111,273 Viola, DE $110,761 Woodside, DE $111,058

Bear, DE $110,802 Newark, DE $110,761 Claymont, DE $110,987 Delaware City, DE $110,871 Hockessin, DE $110,751 Kirkwood, DE $110,850 Middletown, DE $110,893 Montchanin, DE $110,776

New Castle, DE $110,792 Odessa, DE $110,948 Port Penn, DE $111,022 Rockland, DE $110,787 Saint Georges, DE $110,858 Townsend, DE $111,029 Winterthur, DE $110,800 Lewes, DE $110,328

Wilmington, DE $110,756 Dover, DE $111,196 Dover Afb, DE $110,611 Bethany Beach, DE $109,960 Bethel, DE $110,074 Bridgeville, DE $110,334 Camden Wyoming, DE $110,883 Cheswold, DE $111,160

Clayton, DE $111,164 Dagsboro, DE $109,884 Delmar, DE $109,707 Ellendale, DE $110,040 Felton, DE $110,660 Fenwick Island, DE $109,908 Frankford, DE $109,716 Frederica, DE $110,769

Georgetown, DE $109,842 Greenwood, DE $110,351 Harbeson, DE $109,959 Harrington, DE $110,520 Hartly, DE $110,864 Houston, DE $110,362 Kenton, DE $111,169 Laurel, DE $109,776

Yorklyn, DE $110,784

Lead Occupational Therapist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Occupational Therapist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Lead Occupational Therapist positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Lead Occupational Therapist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lead Occupational Therapist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$133,065	$64.0	20%

Lead Occupational Therapist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Occupational Therapist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$102,405

Average $110,888/year

$120,275

$8,534

Average $9,241/month

$10,023

$1,969

Average $2,132/week

$2,313

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Average $53/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,275	$10,023	$2,313	$58
Average	$110,888	$9,241	$2,132	$53
25th Percentile	$102,405	$8,534	$1,969	$49

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