Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for staff occupational therapists in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 96,317 staff occupational therapists currently employed in the United States.
- 79.6% of all staff occupational therapists are women, while 20.4% are men.
- The average age of an employed staff occupational therapist is 39 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of staff occupational therapists is White (75.4%), followed by Asian (9.3%), Hispanic or Latino (6.4%) and Black or African American (4.9%).
- Staff occupational therapists are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The health care industry is the highest-paying for staff occupational therapists.
- 14% of all staff occupational therapists are LGBT.
Staff Occupational Therapist Statistics By Gender
79.6% of staff occupational therapists are women and 20.4% of staff occupational therapists are men.
- Female, 79.6%
- Male, 20.4%
Staff Occupational Therapists By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 79.6% |
| Male | 20.4% |
Gender Pay Gap For Staff Occupational Therapist
Women Earn 96¢ For Every $1 Earned By Men
Staff Occupational Therapist Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the staff occupational therapist position over time.
Staff Occupational Therapist Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 18.05% | 81.95% |
| 2011 | 13.76% | 86.24% |
| 2012 | 20.25% | 79.75% |
| 2013 | 14.57% | 85.43% |
| 2014 | 17.77% | 82.23% |
| 2015 | 19.33% | 80.67% |
| 2016 | 17.03% | 82.97% |
| 2017 | 14.83% | 85.17% |
| 2018 | 25.69% | 74.31% |
| 2019 | 17.85% | 82.15% |
| 2020 | 16.44% | 83.56% |
| 2021 | 20.44% | 79.56% |
Staff Occupational Therapist Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, flight surgeon and optometrist, owner have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse Midwife | 2% | 98% |
| Perinatal Nurse | 3% | 97% |
| Therapeutic Dietitian | 3% | 97% |
| Staff Occupational Therapist | 20% | 80% |
| Radiology Resident | 75% | 25% |
| Optometrist, Owner | 76% | 24% |
| Flight Surgeon | 82% | 18% |
Staff Occupational Therapist Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among staff occupational therapists is White, which makes up 75.4% of all staff occupational therapists. Comparatively, there are 9.3% of the Asian ethnicity and 6.4% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity.
- White, 75.4%
- Asian, 9.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 6.4%
- Black or African American, 4.9%
- Unknown, 3.7%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Staff Occupational Therapist Race
| Staff Occupational Therapist Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 75.4% |
| Asian | 9.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.9% |
| Unknown | 3.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Staff Occupational Therapist Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among staff occupational therapists.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Staff Occupational Therapist Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.23% | 5.07% | 7.32% | 6.49% |
| 2011 | 81.78% | 4.15% | 8.04% | 4.44% |
| 2012 | 79.20% | 5.58% | 7.96% | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 81.39% | 4.54% | 7.10% | 5.87% |
| 2014 | 79.86% | 4.68% | 7.99% | 5.86% |
| 2015 | 77.64% | 5.15% | 10.13% | 5.82% |
| 2016 | 80.36% | 4.16% | 7.99% | 5.84% |
| 2017 | 77.05% | 4.87% | 9.17% | 6.60% |
| 2018 | 78.29% | 5.11% | 8.68% | 6.18% |
| 2019 | 78.77% | 5.04% | 8.39% | 6.23% |
| 2020 | 77.15% | 4.20% | 8.29% | 6.36% |
| 2021 | 75.38% | 4.91% | 9.33% | 6.36% |
Staff Occupational Therapist Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $68,465 |
| White | $67,778 |
| Black or African American | $69,230 |
| Asian | $73,533 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $70,852 |
Average Age of a Staff Occupational Therapist
We determined the average age of staff occupational therapists based on ethnicity and gender.
Staff Occupational Therapist Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 38 | |
| White | 42 | 38 |
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Asian | 38 | 37.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36.5 |
Staff Occupational Therapist Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of staff occupational therapist employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of staff occupational therapists is 40+ years old, which represents 46% of the population.
Staff Occupational Therapist Age
| Staff Occupational Therapist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 46% |
| 30-40 years | 37% |
| 20-30 years | 17% |
Types of Staff Occupational Therapist Degree Levels
The most common degree for staff occupational therapists is bachelor's degree 73% of staff occupational therapists earn that degree. A close second is master's degree with 21% and rounding it off is associate degree with 3%.
- Bachelors, 73%
- Masters, 21%
- Associate, 3%
- Doctorate, 1%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Staff Occupational Therapists By Education
| Staff Occupational Therapist Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelors | 73% |
| Masters | 21% |
| Associate | 3% |
| Doctorate | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Staff Occupational Therapist Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $78,373 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $78,784 |
| Doctorate Degree | $76,955 |
Staff Occupational Therapist Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where staff occupational therapists work. We found most staff occupational therapists work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most staff occupational therapists is the health care industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire staff occupational therapists.
Staff Occupational Therapist Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 15% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 36% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
The Types Of Companies Staff Occupational Therapist Work In
Employees with the staff occupational therapist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most staff occupational therapists prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Staff Occupational Therapist Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 13% |
| Public | 4% |
| Private | 78% |
| Government | 4% |
Top Industries Hiring Staff Occupational Therapists
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ staff occupational therapists. Those industries include health care, education and non profits.
Staff Occupational Therapist Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 65% |
| Education | 11% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Government | 4% |
| Professional | 4% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Pharmaceutical | 2% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Manufacturing | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Fortune 500 | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Technology | 1% |
Staff Occupational Therapist Turnover And Employment Statistics
Staff Occupational Therapist Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of staff occupational therapists changed.
- Unemployment rate
Staff Occupational Therapist Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Staff Occupational Therapist Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 0.76% |
| 2011 | 0.66% |
| 2012 | 0.88% |
| 2013 | 0.99% |
| 2014 | 1.93% |
| 2015 | 0.09% |
| 2016 | 1.02% |
| 2017 | 1.26% |
| 2018 | 0.48% |
| 2019 | 0.89% |
| 2020 | 2.70% |
| 2021 | 1.76% |
The Average Number of Years That Staff Occupational Therapist Stay in a Job
By looking over 2,099 staff occupational therapists resumes, we figured out that the average staff occupational therapist enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 43%.
Staff Occupational Therapist Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 19% |
| 1-2 years | 43% |
| 3-4 years | 14% |
| 5-7 years | 11% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 8% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Staff Occupational Therapists with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to staff occupational therapists.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist | 9.88% | 39,100 |
| General Surgery Physician Assistant | 11.62% | 81,744 |
| Exercise Physiologist | 13.00% | 38,633 |
| Internal Medicine Physician | 13.05% | 49,698 |
| Staff Occupational Therapist | 14.38% | - |
| Optometrist/Practice Owner | 17.57% | 59,755 |
| Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 189,889 |
Staff Occupational Therapist LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist | 9.88% | 39,100 |
| General Surgery Physician Assistant | 11.62% | 81,744 |
| Exercise Physiologist | 13.00% | 38,633 |
| Internal Medicine Physician | 13.05% | 49,698 |
| Optometrist/Practice Owner | 17.57% | 59,755 |
| Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist | 31.64% | 189,889 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Staff Occupational Therapists
The most common foreign language among staff occupational therapists is Spanish at 63.6%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 13.6% and German is the third-most popular at 4.5%.
- Spanish, 63.6%
- French, 13.6%
- German, 4.5%
- Tagalog, 4.5%
- Korean, 4.5%
- Other, 9.3%
Staff Occupational Therapist Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 63.6% |
| French | 13.6% |
| German | 4.5% |
| Tagalog | 4.5% |
| Korean | 4.5% |
| Other | 9.3% |
