How much does an occupational therapy aide make in New Jersey?
$44,470a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in New Jersey. That is $21.38 an hour or $3,706 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.38
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 27
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,980Median: $44,470Highest 10%: $46,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,980 | $18.74 | |
| 25th | $41,750 | $20.07 | |
| Median | $44,470 | $21.38 | |
| 75th | $46,270 | $22.25 | |
| 90th | $46,270 | $22.25 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $46,260 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $40,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy aides.
| 3. Washington | $45,890 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $21.38 ($44,470 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $44,470 against $39,160 nationally, 14% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
New Jersey ranks 6 of 27 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays occupational therapy aides the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $46,260 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.