How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Rochester?
$62,330a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $29.97 an hour or $5,194 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.97
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among cities
- 173 of 217
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,990Median: $62,330Highest 10%: $79,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,990 | $22.11 | |
| 25th | $56,250 | $27.04 | |
| Median | $62,330 | $29.97 | |
| 75th | $70,310 | $33.80 | |
| 90th | $79,260 | $38.11 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| New York, NY | $74,960 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $71,640 |
| Albany, NY | $62,200 |
| Syracuse, NY | $60,320 |
| Buffalo, NY | $51,140 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $66,110 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $59,190 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,780 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,590 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,770 |
| Orderly | $44,260 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $43,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $41,710 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,050 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $37,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $29.97 ($62,330 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Rochester than the national average?
No: $62,330 against $72,300 nationally, 14% less.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $68,530, so Rochester pays 9% less.
Where does Rochester rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
173 of 217 metro areas with data.
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,260 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.