How much does an occupational therapy aide make in California?
$43,480a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in California. That is $20.90 an hour or $3,623 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.90
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,710Median: $43,480Highest 10%: $68,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,710 | $17.65 | |
| 25th | $39,140 | $18.82 | |
| Median | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| 75th | $44,980 | $21.63 | |
| 90th | $68,550 | $32.96 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $68,550 |
| San Francisco, CA | $44,980 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $39,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy aides.
| 4. Nebraska | $44,980 |
| 5. Connecticut | $44,840 |
| 6. New Jersey | $44,470 |
| 7. California | $43,480 |
| 8. New Mexico | $43,170 |
| 9. Massachusetts | $40,160 |
| 10. Colorado | $40,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $20.90 ($43,480 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $43,480 against $39,160 nationally, 11% more.
Where does California rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
California ranks 7 of 27 states.
Which city in California pays occupational therapy aides the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $68,550 a year.
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.