What are the main factors that influence a pediatric certified occupational therapy 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 pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant's salary?

A pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $61,204 for beginners, reaching about $64,863 at mid-level, and approach $65,303 for experts.

How much do different types of pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant roles make?

Salaries for pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy: $85,991; Certified Nursing Assistant-Pediatric: $81,564; Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Home Care: $66,400; Occupational Therapy Assistant: $62,501; Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant: $62,467.

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Q: What industry pays the highest salary for pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

Q: What are the highest paying states for a pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant?

pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant roles are District of Columbia $68,513, California $68,253, Massachusetts $67,343. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant in Delaware is $62,665 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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): $74,087
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,031 to $68,644
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,901

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pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,644	$5,720	$1,320	$33
Average	$62,665	$5,222	$1,205	$30
25th Percentile	$57,031	$4,753	$1,097	$27

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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): $61,204
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,401
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,863
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,127
Expert (over 8 years): $65,303

Levels	Salary
Entry Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant	$61,204
Intermediate Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant	$62,401
Senior Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant	$64,863
Specialist Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant	$65,127
Expert Level pediatric certified occupational therapy assistant	$65,303

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How Do pediatric 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 pediatric certified occupational therapy assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,513.
California: $68,253.
Massachusetts: $67,343.

District of Columbia $68,513 California $68,253 Massachusetts $67,343 Washington $67,096 New Jersey $67,071 Alaska $66,984 Connecticut $66,130 New York $65,784

Hawaii $64,676 Rhode Island $64,156 Maryland $63,804 Minnesota $63,321 Colorado $63,135 Illinois $63,073 Oregon $62,838 Delaware $62,665

New Hampshire $62,556 Virginia $62,312 Pennsylvania $61,601 Nevada $61,242 North Dakota $61,124 Michigan $60,939 Wisconsin $60,871 Vermont $60,734

Texas $60,357 Maine $60,332 Arizona $60,295 Ohio $60,252 Georgia $59,682 Indiana $59,398 Wyoming $59,342 Utah $59,256

Iowa $59,218 Kansas $58,921 Louisiana $58,835 North Carolina $58,804 Missouri $58,791 Florida $58,550 Montana $58,420 Nebraska $58,296

Kentucky $58,228 South Carolina $57,981 Tennessee $57,826 Idaho $57,764 New Mexico $57,313 Oklahoma $57,214 Alabama $56,848 South Dakota $56,236

Arkansas $55,902 West Virginia $55,722 Mississippi $55,184

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:

Lincoln: $62,383
Little Creek: $62,840
Magnolia: $62,749

Lincoln, DE $62,383 Little Creek, DE $62,840 Magnolia, DE $62,749 Milford, DE $62,541 Marydel, DE $62,644 Millsboro, DE $62,121 Millville, DE $62,217 Milton, DE $62,325

Nassau, DE $62,370 Ocean View, DE $62,207 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,326 Seaford, DE $62,361 Selbyville, DE $62,103 Smyrna, DE $62,883 Viola, DE $62,593 Woodside, DE $62,762

Bear, DE $62,617 Newark, DE $62,593 Claymont, DE $62,721 Delaware City, DE $62,656 Hockessin, DE $62,588 Kirkwood, DE $62,644 Middletown, DE $62,668 Montchanin, DE $62,602

New Castle, DE $62,611 Odessa, DE $62,699 Port Penn, DE $62,741 Rockland, DE $62,608 Saint Georges, DE $62,648 Townsend, DE $62,745 Winterthur, DE $62,616 Lewes, DE $62,349

Wilmington, DE $62,591 Dover, DE $62,840 Dover Afb, DE $62,509 Bethany Beach, DE $62,141 Bethel, DE $62,205 Bridgeville, DE $62,352 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,663 Cheswold, DE $62,819

Clayton, DE $62,821 Dagsboro, DE $62,098 Delmar, DE $61,998 Ellendale, DE $62,186 Felton, DE $62,536 Fenwick Island, DE $62,111 Frankford, DE $62,003 Frederica, DE $62,598

Georgetown, DE $62,074 Greenwood, DE $62,362 Harbeson, DE $62,140 Harrington, DE $62,457 Hartly, DE $62,651 Houston, DE $62,368 Kenton, DE $62,824 Laurel, DE $62,037

Yorklyn, DE $62,606

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	$68,932	$33.0	10%

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.

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$57,031

Average $62,665/year

$68,644

$4,753

Average $5,222/month

$5,720

$1,097

Average $1,205/week

$1,320

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,644	$5,720	$1,320	$33
Average	$62,665	$5,222	$1,205	$30
25th Percentile	$57,031	$4,753	$1,097	$27

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