How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Jackson?
$63,540a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $30.55 an hour or $5,295 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.55
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among cities
- 157 of 217
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,210Median: $63,540Highest 10%: $78,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,210 | $25.10 | |
| 25th | $58,510 | $28.13 | |
| Median | $63,540 | $30.55 | |
| 75th | $72,860 | $35.03 | |
| 90th | $78,260 | $37.63 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| Memphis, TN | $64,010 |
| Gulfport, MS | $61,120 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,910 |
| Massage Therapist | $45,090 |
| Phlebotomist | $38,280 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $37,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,190 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $32,040 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $31,560 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $28,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $30.55 ($63,540 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $63,540 against $72,300 nationally, 12% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $61,650, so Jackson pays 3% more.
Where does Jackson rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
157 of 217 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,260 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.