Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $72,060 +5.4% vs national
Median hourly $34.64
10th percentile $46,740
90th percentile $86,200
Employed locally 60
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,740
    25th
    $59,350
    50th (median)
    $72,060
    75th
    $77,850
    90th
    $86,200

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,180
    Nursing Assistants $37,930
    Medical Assistants $43,490
    Dental Assistants $51,030
    Physical Therapist Assistants $67,600
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $33,560

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Maryland is $34.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Maryland is 5.4% above 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $46,740 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,350.