How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Arkansas?
$78,940a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in Arkansas. That is $37.95 an hour or $6,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.95
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,710Median: $78,940Highest 10%: $98,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,710 | $24.38 | |
| 25th | $65,760 | $31.62 | |
| Median | $78,940 | $37.95 | |
| 75th | $85,020 | $40.88 | |
| 90th | $98,960 | $47.58 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $80,910 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $80,660 |
| Texarkana, TX | $79,720 |
| Little Rock, AR | $78,720 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $78,660 |
| Memphis, TN | $64,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| 2. California | $81,770 |
| 3. Texas | $81,500 |
| 4. Nevada | $79,510 |
| 5. Arkansas | $78,940 |
| 6. Delaware | $78,640 |
| 7. Washington | $77,590 |
| 8. New Mexico | $77,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $37.95 ($78,940 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Arkansas than the national average?
Yes: $78,940 against $72,300 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Arkansas rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
Arkansas ranks 5 of 50 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays occupational therapy assistants the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $80,910 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.