Average Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary

$39.91/hour

The average salary for a Occupational Therapy Assistant is $39.91 per hour. This is 25% lower than the therapy US average of $49.69.

Last updated on October 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Occupational Therapy Assistant compared to Therapist National Averages

$39.91/hour

25% lower than the therapy US average.

$49.69/hour

United States

Where do Occupational Therapists get paid the most?

Only California reports pay data for Occupational Therapy Assistants, averaging $59 per hour. California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the national average for Occupational Therapy Assistants is $40 per hour — California pays 49% more.

StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$59$72
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs?

Only PT Solutions Physical Therapy reports pay data for Occupational Therapy Assistants, averaging $31 per hour. PT Solutions Physical Therapy also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $32. For comparison, the national average for Occupational Therapy Assistants is $40 per hour — PT Solutions Physical Therapy pays 24% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
PT Solutions Physical Therapy$31$32

Last updated on October 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Occupational Therapy Assistant?

Earning your Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) often increases your salary potential as a occupational therapy assistant or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) boost my salary as a Occupational Therapy Assistant?

Yes, having a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a occupational therapy assistant.

Where can I learn more about working as a Occupational Therapist Assistant?

Take a look at Vivian's Occupational Therapist Assistant Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.