How much does an occupational therapy aide make in Missouri?
$38,890a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in Missouri. That is $18.70 an hour or $3,241 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.70
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,540Median: $38,890Highest 10%: $47,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,540 | $15.16 | |
| 25th | $31,540 | $15.16 | |
| Median | $38,890 | $18.70 | |
| 75th | $39,440 | $18.96 | |
| 90th | $47,210 | $22.70 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $38,600 |
| Columbia, MO | $33,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy aides.
| 10. Colorado | $40,110 |
| 11. District of Columbia | $39,620 |
| 12. Michigan | $39,050 |
| 13. Missouri | $38,890 |
| 14. Indiana | $38,250 |
| 15. Georgia | $38,090 |
| 16. Texas | $37,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $18.70 ($38,890 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $38,890 against $39,160 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Missouri rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
Missouri ranks 13 of 27 states.
Which city in Missouri pays occupational therapy aides the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $38,600 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.