Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $74,880 +9.6% vs national
Median hourly $36.00
10th percentile $48,780
90th percentile $75,870
Employed locally 30
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,780
    25th
    $56,970
    50th (median)
    $74,880
    75th
    $75,640
    90th
    $75,870

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $39,130
    Nursing Assistants $44,240
    Medical Assistants $48,780
    Dental Assistants $55,880
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $37,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Massachusetts is $36.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Massachusetts is 9.6% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $48,780 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,970.