Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,220 -14.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.99
10th percentile $49,090
90th percentile $65,210
Employed locally 70
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,090
    25th
    $51,310
    50th (median)
    $58,220
    75th
    $60,740
    90th
    $65,210

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,720
    Nursing Assistants $42,020
    Medical Assistants $46,130
    Dental Assistants $59,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $42,450
    Phlebotomists $38,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapy Assistants make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Northwest Minnesota is $27.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.05 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Occupational Therapy Assistants salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Northwest Minnesota is 14.8% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,090 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,310.