Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 51,290 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $51,490 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $61,710 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $72,300 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $79,160 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $89,780 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$51K
25th
$62K
Median
$72K
75th
$79K
90th
$90K
Highest Paying States for Occupational Therapy Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $84,690 |
| Maryland | $79,890 |
| Texas | $79,750 |
| New Jersey | $77,640 |
| Nevada | $77,290 |
| Arkansas | $76,900 |
| Colorado | $76,690 |
| Oregon | $76,610 |
| Washington | $76,310 |
| Delaware | $75,930 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Occupational Therapy Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $84,690 per year, while Delaware has an average of $75,930 — a difference of $8,760. 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 Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 51,290 workers were employed as Occupational Therapy Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $70,710 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-2011