Occupational Therapy Assistants and Aides Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for occupational therapy 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 $68,640 ≈ $33/hr
National median salary $70,800
Total employment 55,600 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 assistants and aides make in the U.S.?
The median occupational therapy assistants and aides salary in the United States is $70,800 per year (mean $68,640), and about 80% earn between $45,130 and $88,900.
How much do occupational therapy assistants and aides make per hour?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,640 and 2,080 work hours per year.