How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Omaha?
$65,930a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area. That is $31.70 an hour or $5,494 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.70
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 129 of 217
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,950Median: $65,930Highest 10%: $81,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,950 | $24.01 | |
| 25th | $60,830 | $29.25 | |
| Median | $65,930 | $31.70 | |
| 75th | $74,620 | $35.88 | |
| 90th | $81,110 | $39.00 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Omaha
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $63,470 |
| Massage Therapist | $51,950 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,020 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,010 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $46,870 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $44,450 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,020 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $39,950 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,540 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $39,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Omaha?
The median hourly pay in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area is $31.70 ($65,930 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Omaha than the national average?
No: $65,930 against $72,300 nationally, 9% less.
How does Omaha compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $63,180, so Omaha pays 4% more.
Where does Omaha rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
129 of 217 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make starting out in Omaha?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,950 or less a year; the top 10% make $81,110 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.