How much does an occupational therapy aide make in Atlanta?
$38,090a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $18.31 an hour or $3,174 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.31
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 22
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,200Median: $38,090Highest 10%: $51,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,200 | $16.44 | |
| 25th | $35,290 | $16.97 | |
| Median | $38,090 | $18.31 | |
| 75th | $44,550 | $21.42 | |
| 90th | $51,050 | $24.54 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,180 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,730 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,430 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,370 |
| Massage Therapist | $48,610 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,210 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,060 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,350 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $18.31 ($38,090 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in Atlanta than the national average?
No: $38,090 against $39,160 nationally, 3% less.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $38,090, so Atlanta pays 0% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
16 of 22 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy aide make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $51,050 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.