Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for occupational therapy assistants is $31.21 an hour ($64,920 a year). About 540 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($72,300). Minnesota ranks 35th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapy assistants in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.10 | $56,360 |
| 25% of workers | $29.46 | $61,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.21 | $64,920 |
| 75% of workers | $35.01 | $72,820 |
| 90% of workers | $35.11 | $73,040 |
Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $66,210 | 350 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 | $101,510 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,750 |
| Medical Assistants | $50,480 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,300 |
| Massage Therapists | $63,070 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $98,710 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $66,770 |
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