Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $69,640 +1.9% vs national
Median hourly $33.48
10th percentile $48,170
90th percentile $78,670
Employed locally 140
National median $68,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,170
    25th
    $59,720
    50th (median)
    $69,640
    75th
    $73,640
    90th
    $78,670

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Occupational Therapy Assistants salary vs area income 103% Median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary is 3% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Occupational Therapy Assistants salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $75,810

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,400
    Medical Assistants $42,900
    Nursing Assistants $39,310
    Dental Assistants $46,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $46,530
    Massage Therapists $58,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Therapy Assistants in Tucson, AZ is $33.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Therapy Assistants salary in Tucson, AZ is 1.9% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Occupational Therapy Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $48,170 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,720.