What are the main factors that influence a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's salary?

A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,874 for beginners, reaching about $64,519 at mid-level, and approach $64,957 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant?

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant roles are District of Columbia $67,669, California $67,412, Massachusetts $66,514. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Certified Occupational Therapist: $107,800; Occupational Therapist: $107,707; Certified Occupational Therapist (OT) Home Care: $96,900; Occupational Therapist - Home Care: $96,899; Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Home Care: $66,400.

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Delaware is $61,893 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,097
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,205 to $67,758
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,026

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,758	$5,646	$1,303	$33
Average	$61,893	$5,158	$1,190	$30
25th Percentile	$56,205	$4,684	$1,081	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries

A Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $60,874
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,068
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,519
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,782
Expert (over 8 years): $64,957

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$60,874
Intermediate Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$62,068
Senior Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$64,519
Specialist Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$64,782
Expert Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$64,957

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How Do Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,669.
California: $67,412.
Massachusetts: $66,514.

District of Columbia $67,669 California $67,412 Massachusetts $66,514 Washington $66,269 New Jersey $66,245 Alaska $66,159 Connecticut $65,316 New York $64,973

Hawaii $63,879 Rhode Island $63,366 Maryland $63,018 Minnesota $62,541 Colorado $62,358 Illinois $62,297 Oregon $62,064 Delaware $61,893

New Hampshire $61,786 Virginia $61,545 Pennsylvania $60,842 Nevada $60,487 North Dakota $60,371 Michigan $60,188 Wisconsin $60,121 Vermont $59,986

Texas $59,614 Maine $59,589 Arizona $59,552 Ohio $59,510 Georgia $58,947 Indiana $58,666 Wyoming $58,611 Utah $58,526

Iowa $58,489 Kansas $58,196 Louisiana $58,110 North Carolina $58,079 Missouri $58,067 Florida $57,829 Montana $57,701 Nebraska $57,578

Kentucky $57,511 South Carolina $57,267 Tennessee $57,114 Idaho $57,053 New Mexico $56,607 Oklahoma $56,509 Alabama $56,148 South Dakota $55,543

Arkansas $55,213 West Virginia $55,036 Mississippi $54,504

Top Paying Cities for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $64,057
Little Creek: $63,464
Magnolia: $63,727

Lincoln, DE $64,057 Little Creek, DE $63,464 Magnolia, DE $63,727 Milford, DE $64,057 Marydel, DE $63,226 Millsboro, DE $64,057 Millville, DE $64,485 Milton, DE $64,057

Nassau, DE $64,057 Ocean View, DE $64,485 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,485 Seaford, DE $63,384 Selbyville, DE $64,485 Smyrna, DE $63,152 Viola, DE $63,727 Woodside, DE $63,543

Bear, DE $62,688 Newark, DE $62,712 Claymont, DE $62,761 Delaware City, DE $62,712 Hockessin, DE $62,761 Kirkwood, DE $62,712 Middletown, DE $63,024 Montchanin, DE $62,761

New Castle, DE $62,761 Odessa, DE $63,109 Port Penn, DE $62,541 Rockland, DE $62,761 Saint Georges, DE $62,712 Townsend, DE $63,018 Winterthur, DE $62,761 Lewes, DE $64,057

Wilmington, DE $62,761 Dover, DE $63,433 Dover Afb, DE $63,580 Bethany Beach, DE $64,485 Bethel, DE $63,384 Bridgeville, DE $64,057 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,501 Cheswold, DE $63,287

Clayton, DE $63,128 Dagsboro, DE $64,485 Delmar, DE $63,384 Ellendale, DE $64,057 Felton, DE $64,057 Fenwick Island, DE $64,485 Frankford, DE $64,485 Frederica, DE $64,057

Georgetown, DE $64,057 Greenwood, DE $64,057 Harbeson, DE $64,057 Harrington, DE $64,057 Hartly, DE $63,097 Houston, DE $64,057 Kenton, DE $63,128 Laurel, DE $63,384

Yorklyn, DE $62,761

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$56,205

Average $61,893/year

$67,758

$4,684

Average $5,158/month

$5,646

$1,081

Average $1,190/week

$1,303

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,758	$5,646	$1,303	$33
Average	$61,893	$5,158	$1,190	$30
25th Percentile	$56,205	$4,684	$1,081	$27

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

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