What are the main factors that influence an Occupation 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 Occupation Therapy Assistant?

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

How does experience change An Occupation Therapy Assistant's salary?

An Occupation Therapy Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,950 for beginners, reaching about $63,534 at mid-level, and approach $63,965 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Occupation Therapy Assistant?

Occupation Therapy Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Occupation Therapy Assistant roles are District of Columbia $67,109, California $66,854, Massachusetts $65,963. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Occupation Therapy Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Occupation Therapy Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Chiropractic Therapy Assistant: $215,533; Respiratory Therapy Assistant: $74,060; Autism Therapy Assistant: $70,764; Recreational Therapy Assistant: $67,512; Activity Therapy Assistant: $66,735.

Occupation Therapy Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Occupation Therapy Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Occupation Therapy Assistant in Delaware is $61,381 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,569
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,863 to $67,237
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,838

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Occupation Therapy Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,237	$5,603	$1,293	$32
Average	$61,381	$5,115	$1,180	$30
25th Percentile	$55,863	$4,655	$1,074	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Occupation Therapy Assistant Salaries

An Occupation 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 Occupation Therapy Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Occupation 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): $59,950
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,123
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,534
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,793
Expert (over 8 years): $63,965

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Occupation Therapy Assistant	$59,950
Intermediate Level Occupation Therapy Assistant	$61,123
Senior Level Occupation Therapy Assistant	$63,534
Specialist Level Occupation Therapy Assistant	$63,793
Expert Level Occupation Therapy Assistant	$63,965

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

District of Columbia: $67,109.
California: $66,854.
Massachusetts: $65,963.

District of Columbia $67,109 California $66,854 Massachusetts $65,963 Washington $65,721 New Jersey $65,697 Alaska $65,612 Connecticut $64,776 New York $64,436

Hawaii $63,351 Rhode Island $62,842 Maryland $62,497 Minnesota $62,024 Colorado $61,842 Illinois $61,781 Oregon $61,551 Delaware $61,381

New Hampshire $61,275 Virginia $61,036 Pennsylvania $60,339 Nevada $59,987 North Dakota $59,872 Michigan $59,690 Wisconsin $59,624 Vermont $59,490

Texas $59,120 Maine $59,096 Arizona $59,060 Ohio $59,017 Georgia $58,460 Indiana $58,181 Wyoming $58,126 Utah $58,042

Iowa $58,005 Kansas $57,714 Louisiana $57,629 North Carolina $57,599 Missouri $57,587 Florida $57,351 Montana $57,223 Nebraska $57,102

Kentucky $57,035 South Carolina $56,793 Tennessee $56,641 Idaho $56,581 New Mexico $56,138 Oklahoma $56,041 Alabama $55,684 South Dakota $55,084

Arkansas $54,756 West Virginia $54,581 Mississippi $54,053

Top Paying Cities for Occupation 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: $61,105
Little Creek: $61,552
Magnolia: $61,464

Lincoln, DE $61,105 Little Creek, DE $61,552 Magnolia, DE $61,464 Milford, DE $61,260 Marydel, DE $61,361 Millsboro, DE $60,848 Millville, DE $60,942 Milton, DE $61,048

Nassau, DE $61,092 Ocean View, DE $60,932 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,049 Seaford, DE $61,084 Selbyville, DE $60,831 Smyrna, DE $61,595 Viola, DE $61,311 Woodside, DE $61,476

Bear, DE $61,334 Newark, DE $61,311 Claymont, DE $61,436 Delaware City, DE $61,372 Hockessin, DE $61,306 Kirkwood, DE $61,361 Middletown, DE $61,384 Montchanin, DE $61,319

New Castle, DE $61,329 Odessa, DE $61,415 Port Penn, DE $61,456 Rockland, DE $61,326 Saint Georges, DE $61,365 Townsend, DE $61,459 Winterthur, DE $61,333 Lewes, DE $61,072

Wilmington, DE $61,309 Dover, DE $61,552 Dover Afb, DE $61,228 Bethany Beach, DE $60,868 Bethel, DE $60,931 Bridgeville, DE $61,075 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,379 Cheswold, DE $61,532

Clayton, DE $61,534 Dagsboro, DE $60,825 Delmar, DE $60,728 Ellendale, DE $60,912 Felton, DE $61,255 Fenwick Island, DE $60,839 Frankford, DE $60,733 Frederica, DE $61,316

Georgetown, DE $60,802 Greenwood, DE $61,084 Harbeson, DE $60,867 Harrington, DE $61,178 Hartly, DE $61,368 Houston, DE $61,090 Kenton, DE $61,537 Laurel, DE $60,766

Yorklyn, DE $61,324

Occupation Therapy Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Occupation 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, Occupation Therapy Assistant positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Occupation Therapy Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Occupation Therapy Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$67,519	$32.0	10%

Occupation Therapy Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Occupation 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

$55,863

Average $61,381/year

$67,237

$4,655

Average $5,115/month

$5,603

$1,074

Average $1,180/week

$1,293

$27

Average $30/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,237	$5,603	$1,293	$32
Average	$61,381	$5,115	$1,180	$30
25th Percentile	$55,863	$4,655	$1,074	$27

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