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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant's salary?

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,737 for beginners, reaching about $63,308 at mid-level, and approach $63,737 for experts.

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

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant roles are District of Columbia $66,871, California $66,617, Massachusetts $65,729. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Certified Occupational Therapist: $107,900; Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy: $85,991; Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Home Care: $66,400; Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Care: $66,337; Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA / OTA / PRN: $65,930.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Delaware

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Delaware is $61,163 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,311
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,664 to $66,998
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,657

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,998	$5,583	$1,288	$32
Average	$61,163	$5,097	$1,176	$29
25th Percentile	$55,664	$4,639	$1,070	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Salaries

A Certified Occupational Therapy 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 Therapy Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Occupational Therapy 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): $59,737
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,906
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,308
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,566
Expert (over 8 years): $63,737

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	$59,737
Intermediate Level Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	$60,906
Senior Level Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	$63,308
Specialist Level Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	$63,566
Expert Level Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	$63,737

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How Do Certified Occupational Therapy 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 Therapy Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,871.
California: $66,617.
Massachusetts: $65,729.

District of Columbia $66,871 California $66,617 Massachusetts $65,729 Washington $65,487 New Jersey $65,463 Alaska $65,379 Connecticut $64,545 New York $64,207

Hawaii $63,126 Rhode Island $62,619 Maryland $62,274 Minnesota $61,803 Colorado $61,622 Illinois $61,562 Oregon $61,332 Delaware $61,163

New Hampshire $61,057 Virginia $60,819 Pennsylvania $60,124 Nevada $59,774 North Dakota $59,659 Michigan $59,478 Wisconsin $59,412 Vermont $59,279

Texas $58,910 Maine $58,886 Arizona $58,850 Ohio $58,808 Georgia $58,252 Indiana $57,974 Wyoming $57,920 Utah $57,835

Iowa $57,799 Kansas $57,509 Louisiana $57,425 North Carolina $57,394 Missouri $57,382 Florida $57,147 Montana $57,020 Nebraska $56,899

Kentucky $56,833 South Carolina $56,591 Tennessee $56,440 Idaho $56,380 New Mexico $55,939 Oklahoma $55,842 Alabama $55,486 South Dakota $54,888

Arkansas $54,562 West Virginia $54,387 Mississippi $53,861

Top Paying Cities for Certified Occupational Therapy 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: $60,888
Little Creek: $61,333
Magnolia: $61,245

Lincoln, DE $60,888 Little Creek, DE $61,333 Magnolia, DE $61,245 Milford, DE $61,042 Marydel, DE $61,143 Millsboro, DE $60,632 Millville, DE $60,726 Milton, DE $60,831

Nassau, DE $60,875 Ocean View, DE $60,716 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,832 Seaford, DE $60,867 Selbyville, DE $60,615 Smyrna, DE $61,376 Viola, DE $61,093 Woodside, DE $61,257

Bear, DE $61,116 Newark, DE $61,093 Claymont, DE $61,218 Delaware City, DE $61,154 Hockessin, DE $61,088 Kirkwood, DE $61,143 Middletown, DE $61,166 Montchanin, DE $61,102

New Castle, DE $61,111 Odessa, DE $61,196 Port Penn, DE $61,237 Rockland, DE $61,108 Saint Georges, DE $61,147 Townsend, DE $61,241 Winterthur, DE $61,115 Lewes, DE $60,855

Wilmington, DE $61,091 Dover, DE $61,333 Dover Afb, DE $61,010 Bethany Beach, DE $60,652 Bethel, DE $60,714 Bridgeville, DE $60,858 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,161 Cheswold, DE $61,314

Clayton, DE $61,315 Dagsboro, DE $60,609 Delmar, DE $60,512 Ellendale, DE $60,696 Felton, DE $61,038 Fenwick Island, DE $60,623 Frankford, DE $60,517 Frederica, DE $61,098

Georgetown, DE $60,586 Greenwood, DE $60,867 Harbeson, DE $60,651 Harrington, DE $60,960 Hartly, DE $61,150 Houston, DE $60,873 Kenton, DE $61,318 Laurel, DE $60,550

Yorklyn, DE $61,106

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$67,279	$32.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Certified Occupational Therapy 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$55,664

Average $61,163/year

$66,998

$4,639

Average $5,097/month

$5,583

$1,070

Average $1,176/week

$1,288

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,998	$5,583	$1,288	$32
Average	$61,163	$5,097	$1,176	$29
25th Percentile	$55,664	$4,639	$1,070	$27

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