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Occupational Therapist vs Physician salary

In Denmark, a physician earns about 28% more than a occupational therapist $188,041 vs $147,069 per year.

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Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
$147,069/yr
Monthly
$12,261
Hourly
$71
Range
$110,012$192,367
10-yr outlook
+12%
Pays more
Healthcare
Physician
$188,041/yr
Monthly
$15,670
Hourly
$90
Range
$120,346$270,779
10-yr outlook
+3%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileOccupational TherapistPhysician
Entry (10th)$110,012$120,346
25th$128,541$154,194
Median$147,069$188,041
75th$169,711$229,410
Senior (90th)$192,367$270,779

National Denmark figures in DKK. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a occupational therapist or physician earn more in Denmark?
A physician earns more, at about 1.230.000 kr. per year vs 962.000 kr. for a occupational therapist — roughly 28% (268.000 kr.) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Denmark?
A occupational therapist typically earns 719.600 kr.–1.258.300 kr., while a physician earns 787.200 kr.–1.771.200 kr. per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Denmark?
On a monthly basis before tax, a occupational therapist averages about 80.200 kr. and a physician about 102.500 kr..
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Denmark, a occupational therapist earns about 719.600 kr. while a physician earns about 787.200 kr. per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Denmark, a occupational therapist earns about 1.258.300 kr. while a physician earns about 1.771.200 kr. per year.
Are occupational therapist and physician 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.