Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for occupational therapy assistants is $30.83 an hour ($64,120 a year). About 2,470 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($72,300). Illinois ranks 38th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapy assistants in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.00 | $47,830 |
| 25% of workers | $28.59 | $59,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.83 | $64,120 |
| 75% of workers | $35.50 | $73,850 |
| 90% of workers | $38.54 | $80,150 |
Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $67,840 | 1,710 |
| Springfield | $67,140 | 40 |
| Rockford | $62,640 | 40 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $60,840 | 70 |
| Bloomington | $60,050 | 50 |
| Peoria | $55,210 | 100 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for occupational therapy assistants
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +21.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 8,100 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,990 |
| Medical Assistants | $46,090 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,000 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,200 |
| Massage Therapists | $60,490 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,240 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $84,090 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $36,650 |
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