Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,380 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.47
10th percentile $55,930
90th percentile $76,900
Employed locally 120
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,930
    25th
    $59,910
    50th (median)
    $63,380
    75th
    $69,860
    90th
    $76,900

    Top-paying metros for Occupational Therapy Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $96,500
    Modesto, CA $93,440
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $92,040
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $91,300
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $84,400
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $83,230

    Related occupations in Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$35,470
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$27,630
    Medical Assistants$36,530
    Dental Assistants$35,640
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$28,230
    Physical Therapist Assistants$60,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapy Assistants make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Kansas is $30.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.22 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Occupational Therapy Assistants salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Kansas is 7.3% below the national median of $68,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Kansas?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $55,930 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,910.