What is the average hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants?

The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants is $30.89 per hour. This translates to approximately $64,250 per year working full-time.

What states pay Occupational Therapy Assistants the most?

Salaries for Occupational Therapy Assistants vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a occupational therapy assistant?

Typical education required: Associate's degree.

Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$64,250

$30.89 / hour

▲ 14% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$34,053 - $110,510

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

46,000

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary by Percentile

$34,053 $110,510

10th pct Median: $64,250 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$34,053	$16.37
25th Percentile	$46,260	$22.24
50th (Median)	$64,250	$30.89
75th Percentile	$88,665	$42.63
90th (Top Earners)	$110,510	$53.13
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Occupational Therapy Assistants

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$84,810	$40.77
2	Massachusetts (MA)	$78,385	$37.69
3	New York (NY)	$78,385	$37.69
4	New Jersey (NJ)	$77,100	$37.07
5	Connecticut (CT)	$75,815	$36.45
6	Maryland (MD)	$75,815	$36.45
7	Hawaii (HI)	$73,888	$35.52
8	Alaska (AK)	$71,960	$34.60
9	Washington (WA)	$71,960	$34.60
10	Colorado (CO)	$69,390	$33.36
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Occupational Therapy Assistants

Occupational Therapy Assistants work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Associate's degree

Job Outlook for Occupational Therapy Assistants

Projected Growth

+14%

2022-2032

▲ 14% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

924,000

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Occupational Therapy Assistants make?

The median annual salary for Occupational Therapy Assistants is $64,250 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $34,053, while the top 10% earn $110,510 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants?

Occupational Therapy Assistants earn a median hourly wage of $30.89 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $64,250 annually.

Is Occupational Therapy Assistants a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $64,250, Occupational Therapy Assistants earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (14% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Occupational Therapy Assistants need?

Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.