Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in Kansas
In Kansas, the median pay for occupational therapy assistants is $31.26 an hour ($65,010 a year). About 660 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($72,300). Kansas ranks 34th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapy assistants in Kansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.50 | $55,120 |
| 25% of workers | $29.51 | $61,370 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.26 | $65,010 |
| 75% of workers | $35.46 | $73,750 |
| 90% of workers | $37.22 | $77,410 |
Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in Kansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $64,250 | 180 |
| Manhattan | $62,380 | 30 |
| Topeka | $61,740 | 80 |
Kansas unemployment rate: 3.8% (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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|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $79,320 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,760 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,510 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $43,780 |
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| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,500 |
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