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Occupational Therapist vs Pharmacist salary

In Poland, a pharmacist earns about 51% more than a occupational therapist — $157,272 vs $104,410 per year.

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Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
$104,410/yr
Monthly
$8,705
Hourly
$50
Range
$78,110–$136,574
10-yr outlook
+12%
Pays more
Healthcare
Pharmacist
$157,272/yr
Monthly
$13,097
Hourly
$76
Range
$121,899–$200,535
10-yr outlook
+3%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileOccupational TherapistPharmacist
Entry (10th)$78,110$121,899
25th$91,260$139,572
Median$104,410$157,272
75th$120,479$178,891
Senior (90th)$136,574$200,535

National Poland figures in PLN. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a occupational therapist or pharmacist earn more in Poland?
A pharmacist earns more, at about 598 000 zł per year vs 397 000 zł for a occupational therapist — roughly 51% (201 000 zł) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Poland?
A occupational therapist typically earns 297 000 zł–519 300 zł, while a pharmacist earns 463 500 zł–762 500 zł per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Poland?
On a monthly basis before tax, a occupational therapist averages about 33 100 zł and a pharmacist about 49 800 zł.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Poland, a occupational therapist earns about 297 000 zł while a pharmacist earns about 463 500 zł per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Poland, a occupational therapist earns about 519 300 zł while a pharmacist earns about 762 500 zł per year.
Are occupational therapist and pharmacist 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.