How much does an occupational therapy assistant make in Virginia?
$74,960a year
Median yearly pay for occupational therapy assistants in Virginia. That is $36.04 an hour or $6,247 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.04
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,250Median: $74,960Highest 10%: $89,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,250 | $27.52 | |
| 25th | $63,090 | $30.33 | |
| Median | $74,960 | $36.04 | |
| 75th | $79,500 | $38.22 | |
| 90th | $89,560 | $43.06 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $88,250 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $79,770 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $78,230 |
| Richmond, VA | $76,760 |
| Roanoke, VA | $72,870 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $65,730 |
| Kingsport, TN | $64,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for occupational therapy assistants.
| 11. Colorado | $75,340 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $75,040 |
| 13. New Jersey | $74,960 |
| 14. Virginia | $74,960 |
| 15. South Carolina | $73,740 |
| 16. Arizona | $73,490 |
| 17. Montana | $72,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an occupational therapy assistant make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $36.04 ($74,960 a year).
Do occupational therapy assistants make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $74,960 against $72,300 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Virginia rank for occupational therapy assistant pay?
Virginia ranks 14 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays occupational therapy assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $88,250 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.