How much does an occupational therapy aide make in Houston?
$41,400a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $19.90 an hour or $3,450 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.90
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 22
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,000Median: $41,400Highest 10%: $89,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,000 | $11.54 | |
| 25th | $32,780 | $15.76 | |
| Median | $41,400 | $19.90 | |
| 75th | $46,200 | $22.21 | |
| 90th | $89,550 | $43.05 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides.
| Dallas, TX | $42,790 |
Related jobs in Houston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $81,340 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $77,280 |
| Massage Therapist | $59,150 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,270 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $46,160 |
| Phlebotomist | $45,540 |
| Dental Assistant | $43,730 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,110 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $40,710 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $19.90 ($41,400 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in Houston than the national average?
Yes: $41,400 against $39,160 nationally, 6% more.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $37,180, so Houston pays 11% more.
Where does Houston rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
8 of 22 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy aide make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $24,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,550 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.