Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,860 -3.6% vs national
Median hourly $31.66
10th percentile $49,420
90th percentile $89,070
Employed locally 90
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,420
    25th
    $57,180
    50th (median)
    $65,860
    75th
    $76,080
    90th
    $89,070

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,280
    Nursing Assistants $37,500
    Medical Assistants $38,160
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,890
    Dental Assistants $45,040
    Phlebotomists $37,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapy Assistants make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Southern Ohio is $31.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.77 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Occupational Therapy Assistants salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Southern Ohio is 3.6% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,420 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,180.