Occupational Therapy Aides Salary (2025)
Based on 4,310 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,430 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,920 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $39,160 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $46,780 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $70,200 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$36K
Median
$39K
75th
$47K
90th
$70K
Highest Paying States for Occupational Therapy Aides
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | $61,360 |
| New Mexico | $55,260 |
| Colorado | $48,030 |
| Washington | $47,830 |
| New York | $47,660 |
| California | $46,930 |
| New Jersey | $45,300 |
| Connecticut | $44,190 |
| Nevada | $43,750 |
| Nebraska | $43,720 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Occupational Therapy Aides salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is North Carolina at an average of $61,360 per year, while Nebraska has an average of $43,720 — a difference of $17,640. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Occupational Therapy Aides
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4,310 workers were employed as Occupational Therapy Aidess in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $44,110 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-2012