How much does an occupational therapy aide make in South Carolina?
$31,950a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy aides in South Carolina. That is $15.36 an hour or $2,663 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.36
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $18,290Median: $31,950Highest 10%: $82,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $18,290 | $8.79 | |
| 25th | $29,770 | $14.31 | |
| Median | $31,950 | $15.36 | |
| 75th | $33,770 | $16.24 | |
| 90th | $82,800 | $39.81 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy aides.
| 21. Oklahoma | $34,670 |
| 22. Maryland | $33,310 |
| 23. Idaho | $32,590 |
| 24. South Carolina | $31,950 |
| 25. Louisiana | $28,560 |
| 26. Tennessee | $27,840 |
| 27. Mississippi | $24,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy aide make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $15.36 ($31,950 a year).
Do occupational therapy aides make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $31,950 against $39,160 nationally, 18% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for occupational therapy aide pay?
South Carolina ranks 24 of 27 states.
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.