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 $62,828 for beginners, reaching about $66,590 at mid-level, and approach $67,041 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 Hawaii

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Hawaii is $63,879 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,443
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,009 to $69,932
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,663

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,932	$5,828	$1,345	$34
Average	$63,879	$5,323	$1,228	$31
25th Percentile	$58,009	$4,834	$1,116	$28

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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): $62,828
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,060
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,590
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,861
Expert (over 8 years): $67,041

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$62,828
Intermediate Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$64,060
Senior Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$66,590
Specialist Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$66,861
Expert Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$67,041

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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:

Aiea: $63,556
Anahola: $63,128
Captain Cook: $63,128

Aiea, HI $63,556 Anahola, HI $63,128 Captain Cook, HI $63,128 Eleele, HI $63,128 Ewa Beach, HI $63,556 Kapolei, HI $63,415 Haiku, HI $63,128 Hakalau, HI $63,128

Haleiwa, HI $63,128 Hana, HI $63,128 Hanalei, HI $63,128 Hanamaulu, HI $63,128 Hanapepe, HI $63,128 Hauula, HI $63,268 Hawaii National Park, HI $63,128 Hawi, HI $63,128

Hilo, HI $63,128 Princeville, HI $63,128 Holualoa, HI $63,128 Honaunau, HI $63,128 Honokaa, HI $63,128 Honomu, HI $63,128 Hoolehua, HI $63,128 Kaaawa, HI $63,384

Kahuku, HI $63,128 Kahului, HI $63,128 Kailua, HI $63,556 Ocean View, HI $63,128 Waikoloa, HI $63,128 Keauhou, HI $63,128 Kailua Kona, HI $63,128 Kalaheo, HI $63,128

Kalaupapa, HI $63,128 Kamuela, HI $63,128 Kaneohe, HI $63,556 Kapaa, HI $63,128 Kaumakani, HI $63,128 Kaunakakai, HI $63,128 Keaau, HI $63,128 Kealakekua, HI $63,128

Kealia, HI $63,128 Kekaha, HI $63,128 Kihei, HI $63,128 Kilauea, HI $63,128 Kapaau, HI $63,128 Koloa, HI $63,128 Kualapuu, HI $63,128 Kunia, HI $63,354

Kurtistown, HI $63,128 Lahaina, HI $63,128 Laie, HI $63,183 Lanai City, HI $63,128 Laupahoehoe, HI $63,128 Lawai, HI $63,128 Lihue, HI $63,128 Makawao, HI $63,128

Makaweli, HI $63,128 Maunaloa, HI $63,128 Mountain View, HI $63,128 Naalehu, HI $63,128 Ninole, HI $63,128 Ookala, HI $63,128 Paauilo, HI $63,128 Pahala, HI $63,128

Pahoa, HI $63,128 Paia, HI $63,128 Papaaloa, HI $63,128 Papaikou, HI $63,128 Pearl City, HI $63,556 Pepeekeo, HI $63,128 Puunene, HI $63,128 Volcano, HI $63,128

Wahiawa, HI $63,354 Pukalani, HI $63,128 Mililani, HI $63,439 Kula, HI $63,128 Waialua, HI $63,128 Waianae, HI $63,183 Wailuku, HI $63,128 Waimanalo, HI $63,556

Waimea, HI $63,128 Waipahu, HI $63,525 Honolulu, HI $63,556 J B P H H, HI $63,556 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $63,384 Schofield Barracks, HI $63,329 Fort Shafter, HI $63,556 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $63,556

Camp H M Smith, HI $63,556 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $63,525 Wake Island, HI $63,556

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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$58,009

Average $63,879/year

$69,932

$4,834

Average $5,323/month

$5,828

$1,116

Average $1,228/week

$1,345

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,932	$5,828	$1,345	$34
Average	$63,879	$5,323	$1,228	$31
25th Percentile	$58,009	$4,834	$1,116	$28

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Occupational Therapy Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $133,065 - a projected growth of 108% over your current level.

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