How much does an occupational therapy aide make in Los Angeles?
$39,820a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area. That is $19.14 an hour or $3,318 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.14
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 22
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,480Median: $39,820Highest 10%: $49,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,480 | $17.54 | |
| 25th | $39,140 | $18.82 | |
| Median | $39,820 | $19.14 | |
| 75th | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| 90th | $49,130 | $23.62 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides.
| San Francisco, CA | $44,980 |
Related jobs in Los Angeles
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $82,140 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,090 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $59,520 |
| Phlebotomist | $52,940 |
| Orderly | $49,760 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,130 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,050 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in Los Angeles?
The median hourly pay in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area is $19.14 ($39,820 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in Los Angeles than the national average?
Yes: $39,820 against $39,160 nationally, 2% more.
How does Los Angeles compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $43,480, so Los Angeles pays 8% less.
Where does Los Angeles rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
11 of 22 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy aide make starting out in Los Angeles?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,130 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.