How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Phoenix?
$76,080a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $36.58 an hour or $6,340 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.58
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 217
- Jobs in the area
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,290Median: $76,080Highest 10%: $93,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,290 | $30.43 | |
| 25th | $63,780 | $30.66 | |
| Median | $76,080 | $36.58 | |
| 75th | $79,550 | $38.25 | |
| 90th | $93,230 | $44.82 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| Tucson, AZ | $71,480 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,720 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,080 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,760 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,890 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,320 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,260 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $43,360 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $36.58 ($76,080 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $76,080 against $72,300 nationally, 5% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $73,490, so Phoenix pays 4% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
46 of 217 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,290 or less a year; the top 10% make $93,230 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.