Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for occupational therapy assistants is $35.45 an hour ($73,740 a year). About 830 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($72,300). South Carolina ranks 15th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational therapy assistants in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.03 | $52,050 |
| 25% of workers | $30.37 | $63,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.45 | $73,740 |
| 75% of workers | $37.34 | $77,660 |
| 90% of workers | $42.24 | $87,860 |
Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg | $86,040 | 80 |
| Charleston-North Charleston | $75,770 | 110 |
| Columbia | $74,330 | 120 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $73,580 | 240 |
| Florence | $72,720 | 40 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $66,920 | 40 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,360 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,160 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,820 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $77,740 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $70,500 |
| Massage Therapists | $58,000 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,970 |
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