Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistants
SOC 31-2011
How Much Does an Occupational Therapy Assistant Make?
The national median salary for an Occupational Therapy Assistant is $68,340 per year ($32.86/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's roughly in line with the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become an Occupational Therapy Assistant
Associate's from accredited OTA program (2yr)
NBCOT exam + state license
Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Outlook
Much faster than avg — the BLS projects 19% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's significantly faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 10,700 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Aging population; rehab and disability services
What It's Like to Work as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
Expect a mix of desk work and some physical activity.
This role typically requires in-person work at a specific location.
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Career data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2024-34 projections (released August 2025). Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2024.
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