How much does an occupational therapy aide make in Seattle?
$38,550a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $18.53 an hour or $3,213 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.53
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 22
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,550Median: $38,550Highest 10%: $70,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,550 | $18.53 | |
| 25th | $38,550 | $18.53 | |
| Median | $38,550 | $18.53 | |
| 75th | $57,080 | $27.44 | |
| 90th | $70,200 | $33.75 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $94,220 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $77,590 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,450 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $64,540 |
| Dental Assistant | $62,040 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $61,870 |
| Medical Assistant | $61,500 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $52,570 |
| Nursing Assistant | $51,990 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $18.53 ($38,550 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in Seattle than the national average?
No: $38,550 against $39,160 nationally, 2% less.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $45,890, so Seattle pays 16% less.
Where does Seattle rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
14 of 22 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy aide make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $70,200 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.