Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,370 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.55
10th percentile $49,820
90th percentile $77,260
Employed locally 30
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,820
    25th
    $52,540
    50th (median)
    $59,370
    75th
    $66,820
    90th
    $77,260

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,380
    Nursing Assistants$43,790
    Medical Assistants$44,080
    Dental Assistants$46,150
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,980
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$39,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Therapy Assistants make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Southwest Colorado is $28.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.14 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Occupational Therapy Assistants salaries?

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Southwest Colorado is 13.1% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,820 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,540.