Average Occupational therapists Salary in Cardiff / Caerdydd
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Cardiff / Caerdydd compares
In 2025, occupational therapistss working in the Wales took home a median salary of £41,377 — that's 11.2% above the national average of £37,201. Factor in the Wales's cost of living (10.0% below the UK norm) and a £41,377 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £45,974. The all-jobs average in Cardiff / Caerdydd is £33,599. By comparison, occupational therapistss earn 23.1% more than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £41,377 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £45,974 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Occupational therapists salary in areas near Cardiff / Caerdydd
Salary data is by ONS region. Cardiff / Caerdydd is in the Wales region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average occupational therapists salary in Cardiff / Caerdydd?
The median occupational therapists salary in the Wales (which includes Cardiff / Caerdydd) is £41,377 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does occupational therapists pay in Cardiff / Caerdydd compare to the UK average?
Occupational therapists in the Wales earn 11.2% above the national median of £37,201. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is occupational therapists a well-paid job in Cardiff / Caerdydd compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Cardiff / Caerdydd is £33,599. Occupational therapists in the Wales earn £41,377, which is 23.1% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for occupational therapistss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Cardiff / Caerdydd. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.