pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salary in California

How much does a pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant in California is $68,253 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,693
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,116 to $74,764
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,529
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pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Pay
Hourly
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75th Percentile $74,764 $6,230 $1,438 $36
Average $68,253 $5,688 $1,313 $33
25th Percentile $62,116 $5,176 $1,195 $30
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Key Factors That Influence pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salaries

A pediatric 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 pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a pediatric 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): $66,661
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,965
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,647
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,934
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,126
Levels Salary
Entry Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant$66,661
Intermediate Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant$67,965
Senior Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant$70,647
Specialist Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant$70,934
Expert Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant$71,126
$66,661 0 yr
$67,965 < 2 yrs
$70,647 2-4 yrs
$70,934 5-8 yrs
$71,126 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for pediatric 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:

  • Los Angeles: $68,370
  • West Hollywood: $68,321
  • Dodgertown: $68,370

pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For pediatric 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, pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$75,078$36.010%

pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a pediatric 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

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  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing

    Salinas, CA

    MedPro Healthcare Staffing | Salinas, CA

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Certified Occupati... more

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  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing

    Santa Rosa, CA

    MedPro Healthcare Staffing | Santa Rosa, CA

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Certified Occupati... more

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  • WelbeHealth

    San Jose, CA

    WelbeHealth | San Jose, CA

    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. At WelbeHealth, each participant of our program is guided by our interdisciplinary team (IDT) composed of clinica... more

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  • Jackson Therapy Partners

    Larkspur, CA

    Jackson Therapy Partners | Larkspur, CA

    Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings under the super... more

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  • Jackson Therapy Partners

    Modesto, CA

    Jackson Therapy Partners | Modesto, CA

    Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide patient-centered treatment under the direction of an Occupational Ther... more

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    Yuba City, CA

    Jackson Therapy Partners | Yuba City, CA

    Jackson Therapy Partners seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care in diverse clinical settings. In th... more

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