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 $59,492 for beginners, reaching about $63,054 at mid-level, and approach $63,481 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 Nevada

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Nevada is $60,487 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,437
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,928 to $66,219
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,867

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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,219	$5,518	$1,273	$32
Average	$60,487	$5,041	$1,163	$29
25th Percentile	$54,928	$4,577	$1,056	$26

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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): $59,492
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,659
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,054
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,310
Expert (over 8 years): $63,481

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$59,492
Intermediate Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$60,659
Senior Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$63,054
Specialist Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$63,310
Expert Level Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant	$63,481

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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:

The Lakes: $59,992
Alamo: $59,076
Henderson: $59,748

The Lakes, NV $59,992 Alamo, NV $59,076 Henderson, NV $59,748 Beatty, NV $59,076 Blue Diamond, NV $59,626 Boulder City, NV $59,137 Bunkerville, NV $59,076 Caliente, NV $59,076

Dyer, NV $60,873 Goldfield, NV $60,873 Hiko, NV $59,076 Indian Springs, NV $59,076 Jean, NV $59,076 Amargosa Valley, NV $59,076 Logandale, NV $59,076 Manhattan, NV $60,249

Mercury, NV $59,076 Mesquite, NV $59,076 Moapa, NV $59,076 Laughlin, NV $59,076 North Las Vegas, NV $59,992 Coyote Springs, NV $59,076 Cal Nev Ari, NV $59,076 Overton, NV $59,076

Pahrump, NV $59,076 Panaca, NV $59,076 Pioche, NV $59,076 Round Mountain, NV $60,249 Searchlight, NV $59,076 Silverpeak, NV $60,873 Tonopah, NV $59,858 Sloan, NV $59,748

Las Vegas, NV $59,992 Nellis Afb, NV $59,809 Ely, NV $57,254 Austin, NV $60,249 Baker, NV $57,572 Duckwater, NV $59,076 Eureka, NV $57,859 Lund, NV $58,073

Mc Gill, NV $57,572 Ruth, NV $57,572 Crystal Bay, NV $61,905 Dayton, NV $60,732 Denio, NV $58,128 Empire, NV $60,322 Fallon, NV $60,249 Fernley, NV $60,310

Gabbs, NV $60,249 Gardnerville, NV $60,182 Genoa, NV $60,854 Gerlach, NV $60,322 Glenbrook, NV $60,915 Golconda, NV $57,859 Hawthorne, NV $60,182 Imlay, NV $60,322

Lovelock, NV $60,322 Luning, NV $60,182 Mc Dermitt, NV $55,940 Mina, NV $60,182 Minden, NV $60,915 Nixon, NV $60,316 Orovada, NV $58,128 Paradise Valley, NV $54,510

Schurz, NV $60,182 Silver City, NV $61,099 Silver Springs, NV $60,304 Smith, NV $60,182 Sparks, NV $61,239 Sun Valley, NV $61,239 Valmy, NV $57,859 Verdi, NV $61,239

Virginia City, NV $61,099 Wadsworth, NV $60,341 Wellington, NV $60,182 Winnemucca, NV $60,322 Yerington, NV $60,182 Zephyr Cove, NV $60,671 Stateline, NV $60,610 Incline Village, NV $61,038

Reno, NV $61,239 Carson City, NV $61,099 Washoe Valley, NV $61,099 Elko, NV $53,080 Spring Creek, NV $53,080 Battle Mountain, NV $60,249 Crescent Valley, NV $53,080 Carlin, NV $53,080

Deeth, NV $53,080 Halleck, NV $53,080 Jackpot, NV $53,080 Jarbidge, NV $53,080 Lamoille, NV $53,080 Montello, NV $53,080 Mountain City, NV $53,080 Owyhee, NV $53,080

Ruby Valley, NV $53,080 Tuscarora, NV $53,080 Wells, NV $53,080 West Wendover, NV $56,240

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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$54,928

Average $60,487/year

$66,219

$4,577

Average $5,041/month

$5,518

$1,056

Average $1,163/week

$1,273

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,219	$5,518	$1,273	$32
Average	$60,487	$5,041	$1,163	$29
25th Percentile	$54,928	$4,577	$1,056	$26

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 $126,000 - a projected growth of 108% over your current level.

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