Occupational Therapy Aides Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $39,160 · Median hourly: $18.83 · Employment: 4,310
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,430 | $14.15 |
| 25th | $35,920 | $17.27 |
| Median | $39,160 | $18.83 |
| 75th | $46,780 | $22.49 |
| 90th | $70,200 | $33.75 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 31-2012
- Total U.S. employment: 4,310
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
The numbers in context
At $18.83 per hour, a full-time schedule (2,080 hours per year) works out to roughly $39,166 — in line with the reported median annual wage of $39,160.
The mean wage of $44,110 sits 12.6% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Occupational Therapy Aides Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $43,480 | $20.91 | +11.0% | 330 |
| Colorado | $40,110 | $19.28 | +2.4% | 40 |
| Connecticut | $44,840 | $21.56 | +14.5% | 110 |
| District of Columbia | $39,620 | $19.05 | +1.2% | 0 |
| Georgia | $38,090 | $18.31 | -2.7% | 200 |
| Idaho | $32,590 | $15.67 | -16.8% | 120 |
| Indiana | $38,250 | $18.39 | -2.3% | 0 |
| Louisiana | $28,560 | $13.73 | -27.1% | 70 |
| Maryland | $33,310 | $16.02 | -14.9% | 0 |
| Massachusetts | $40,160 | $19.31 | +2.6% | 90 |
| Michigan | $39,050 | $18.78 | -0.3% | 60 |
| Mississippi | $24,300 | $11.68 | -37.9% | 50 |
| Missouri | $38,890 | $18.70 | -0.7% | 110 |
| Nebraska | $44,980 | $21.63 | +14.9% | 90 |
| Nevada | $36,440 | $17.52 | -6.9% | 100 |
| New Jersey | $44,470 | $21.38 | +13.6% | 0 |
| New Mexico | $43,170 | $20.75 | +10.2% | 50 |
| New York | $46,220 | $22.22 | +18.0% | 250 |
| North Carolina | $66,190 | $31.82 | +69.0% | 250 |
| Ohio | $36,380 | $17.49 | -7.1% | 200 |
| Oklahoma | $34,670 | $16.67 | -11.5% | 90 |
| Pennsylvania | $37,100 | $17.84 | -5.3% | 320 |
| South Carolina | $31,950 | $15.36 | -18.4% | 50 |
| Tennessee | $27,840 | $13.39 | -28.9% | 40 |
| Texas | $37,180 | $17.88 | -5.1% | 410 |
| Washington | $45,890 | $22.06 | +17.2% | 190 |
| Wisconsin | $36,760 | $17.67 | -6.1% | 40 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Related Occupations
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers — $69,500/yr
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary — $36,780/yr
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides — $35,800/yr
- Retail Salespersons — $35,410/yr
- Fast Food and Counter Workers — $31,200/yr
- General and Operations Managers — $105,770/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for occupational therapy aides?
The median annual wage for occupational therapy aides is $39,160 ($18.83 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays occupational therapy aides the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many occupational therapy aides are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 4,310 occupational therapy aides employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do occupational therapy aides make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $18.83. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.