How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Atlanta?
$78,180a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $37.59 an hour or $6,515 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.59
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 31 of 217
- Jobs in the area
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,370Median: $78,180Highest 10%: $89,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,370 | $29.02 | |
| 25th | $63,200 | $30.38 | |
| Median | $78,180 | $37.59 | |
| 75th | $79,010 | $37.99 | |
| 90th | $89,990 | $43.26 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| Augusta, GA | $67,780 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $61,360 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,730 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,430 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,370 |
| Massage Therapist | $48,610 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,210 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,060 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,350 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,160 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $39,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $37.59 ($78,180 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $78,180 against $72,300 nationally, 8% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $75,920, so Atlanta pays 3% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
31 of 217 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $60,370 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,990 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.