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Occupational Therapist vs Physical Therapist salary

In Brazil, a physical therapist earns about 2% more than a occupational therapist — $46,952 vs $45,974 per year.

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Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
$45,974/yr
Monthly
$3,834
Hourly
$22
Range
$34,393–$60,138
10-yr outlook
+12%
Pays more
Healthcare
Physical Therapist
$46,952/yr
Monthly
$3,913
Hourly
$22
Range
$35,116–$61,410
10-yr outlook
+15%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileOccupational TherapistPhysical Therapist
Entry (10th)$34,393$35,116
25th$40,183$41,044
Median$45,974$46,952
75th$53,056$54,191
Senior (90th)$60,138$61,410

National Brazil figures in BRL. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a occupational therapist or physical therapist earn more in Brazil?
A physical therapist earns more, at about R$ 240.000 per year vs R$ 235.000 for a occupational therapist — roughly 2% (R$ 5.000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Brazil?
A occupational therapist typically earns R$ 175.800–R$ 307.400, while a physical therapist earns R$ 179.500–R$ 313.900 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Brazil?
On a monthly basis before tax, a occupational therapist averages about R$ 19.600 and a physical therapist about R$ 20.000.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Brazil, a occupational therapist earns about R$ 175.800 while a physical therapist earns about R$ 179.500 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Brazil, a occupational therapist earns about R$ 307.400 while a physical therapist earns about R$ 313.900 per year.
Are occupational therapist and physical therapist similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.