Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary Guide: Rochester, NY
Average Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary
$43.70/hour
The average salary for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Rochester, NY is $43.70 per hour. This is 11% lower than the US average of $48.49.
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant salaries in Rochester, NY compared to State and National Averages
$43.70/hour
Rochester, NY
11% lower than the US average.
$48.49/hour
United States
How Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries in Rochester Compare to Other Cities
How Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries in Rochester Compare to Other Cities
What cities in New York pay the most for Certified Occupational Therapists?
Brooklyn, New York pays Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Kingston, New York ($46). Kingston, New York has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the New York average for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants is $44 per hour — Brooklyn, New York pays 13% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn, New York | $49 | $54 |
| Kingston, New York | $46 | $57 |
Last updated on September 25, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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