Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for occupational therapy assistants is $33.36 an hour ($69,390 a year). About 1,590 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($72,300). North Carolina ranks 22nd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapy assistants in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.50 | $55,130 |
| 25% of workers | $29.86 | $62,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $33.36 | $69,390 |
| 75% of workers | $36.74 | $76,420 |
| 90% of workers | $40.08 | $83,360 |
Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Cary | $75,620 | 170 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $74,290 | 80 |
| Asheville | $72,840 | 70 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $72,780 | 450 |
| Winston-Salem | $70,150 | 90 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $66,230 | 60 |
| Greenville | $64,680 | 70 |
| Fayetteville | $64,010 | 70 |
| Wilmington | $63,440 | 80 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $63,120 | 70 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (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)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $84,350 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,140 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,270 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,630 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $80,090 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $67,540 |
| Massage Therapists | $60,650 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $34,760 |
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