How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in New Mexico?
$77,020a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in New Mexico. That is $37.03 an hour or $6,418 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.03
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,820Median: $77,020Highest 10%: $94,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,820 | $17.70 | |
| 25th | $58,870 | $28.30 | |
| Median | $77,020 | $37.03 | |
| 75th | $82,160 | $39.50 | |
| 90th | $94,000 | $45.19 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Cruces, NM | $75,750 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $74,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| 5. Arkansas | $78,940 |
| 6. Delaware | $78,640 |
| 7. Washington | $77,590 |
| 8. New Mexico | $77,020 |
| 9. Oregon | $76,850 |
| 10. Georgia | $75,920 |
| 11. Colorado | $75,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $37.03 ($77,020 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $77,020 against $72,300 nationally, 7% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
New Mexico ranks 8 of 50 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays occupational therapy assistants the most?
Las Cruces, NM, with a median of $75,750 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.