Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: Dekalb, IL
Average Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary
$52.62/hour
The average salary for an Occupational Therapy Assistant in Dekalb, IL is $52.62 per hour. This is 5% higher than the US average of $50.03.
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Occupational Therapy Assistant salaries in Dekalb, IL compared to State and National Averages
$52.62/hour
Dekalb, IL
5% higher than the US average.
$50.03/hour
United States
How Occupational Therapy Assistant Salaries in DeKalb Compare to Other Cities
How Occupational Therapy Assistant Salaries in DeKalb Compare to Other Cities
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What cities in Illinois pay the most for Occupational Therapists?
Only Rockford, Illinois reports pay data for Occupational Therapy Assistants, averaging $55 per hour. Rockford, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the Illinois average for Therapists is $53 per hour — Rockford, Illinois pays 5% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford, Illinois | $55 | $59 |
Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute
- Dekalb, IL
$40-63/hour
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