Occupational therapist salary in Norway
Market pay for occupational therapists in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
An occupational therapist in Norway typically earns NOK 634,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for occupational therapists runs from NOK 571,000 to NOK 694,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
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633,600 kr/yr
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As an occupational therapist the median salary is around 634,000 kroner per year, with a typical range from roughly 571,000 kroner for the lowest paid to 694,000 kroner for the highest paid. The figures are full-time pay from Statistics Norway (SSB), and the pay largely follows public sector pay scales in the municipal and health services where most occupational therapists work.
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Frequently asked questions
What does an occupational therapist earn in Norway?
An occupational therapist typically earns NOK 634,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most occupational therapists fall between NOK 571,000 and NOK 694,000.
What is the salary range for occupational therapists?
The lower quartile is NOK 571,000 and the upper quartile NOK 694,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can an occupational therapist get a raise?
Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.