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Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #49 of 50 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of occupational therapy assistantss in Wisconsin earn between $44,620 and $72,940. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean occupational therapy assistants salary in Wisconsin is $58,900, about 16.7% below the U.S. average ($70,710). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $62,440 | $63,690 | 230 |
| South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $62,240 | $59,020 | 60 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN | $60,940 | $58,120 | 40 |
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $60,820 | $58,440 | 30 |
| Kenosha, WI | $60,790 | $61,340 | 30 |
| Appleton, WI | $57,920 | $57,450 | 60 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $57,810 | $57,890 | 40 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $57,790 | $57,100 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do occupational therapy assistants make in Wisconsin?
The median occupational therapy assistants salary in Wisconsin is $59,960 per year (mean $58,900), and about 80% earn between $44,620 and $72,940.
How much do occupational therapy assistants make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,900 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for occupational therapy assistants?
Wisconsin ranks #49 of 50 states for occupational therapy assistants pay. Its mean salary of $58,900 is about 16.7% below the U.S. average of $70,710.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay occupational therapy assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for occupational therapy assistants are Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI ($62,440), South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area ($62,240), La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN ($60,940), by median annual wage.