Occupational Therapists Salary in Wales (2025)
✓ Sourced directly from ONS ASHE · Checked for accuracy at every rebuild · First published: 2026-08-25 · Last updated: 2026-10-25
ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) · Table 15, work-based regionAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Links below are affiliate links.
Overview
The median salary for a occupational therapists working in Wales is £41,377 per year (gross, before tax) — 11.2% above the UK national median of £37,201 for this occupation. Figures come from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (2025 (provisional)), based on where the job is located rather than where the employee lives. Negotiating an offer in Wales? A solid negotiation guide helps you use these figures with confidence.
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| Region | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| London | £50,032 | +34.5% |
| Wales | £41,377 | +11.2% |
| North West | £38,479 | +3.4% |
| Scotland | £37,220 | +0.1% |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £37,014 | -0.5% |
| West Midlands | £36,591 | -1.6% |
| South East | £36,279 | -2.5% |
| East | £35,101 | -5.6% |
| North East | £34,831 | -6.4% |
| East Midlands | £29,782 | -19.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a occupational therapists in Wales?
The median salary in Wales is £41,377 per year (gross, before tax), based on ONS ASHE 2025 (provisional) data. The mean is £40,073.
How does Wales pay compare to the UK national average?
Wales is 11.2% above the UK national median of £37,201 for this occupation.
Which UK region pays occupational therapists the most?
Of the regions with published ONS data for this occupation, London has the highest median at £50,032 per year. See the regional comparison table above for every area.
Data: ONS ASHE Table 14/15, 2025 provisional · Page built 2026-10-25