Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for occupational therapy and physical therapist assistants and aidess across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $61,510 ≈ $30/hr
National median salary $63,030
Total employment 216,180 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do occupational therapy and physical therapist assistants and aides make in the U.S.?
The median occupational therapy and physical therapist assistants and aides salary in the United States is $63,030 per year (mean $61,510), and about 80% earn between $32,480 and $84,730.
How much do occupational therapy and physical therapist assistants and aides make per hour?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $61,510 and 2,080 work hours per year.