Occupational Therapy Assistants Salary in New Mexico
Occupational Therapy Assistants in New Mexico earn a median of $77,020 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $77,020
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($72,300)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,820; the top 10% earn over $94,000. Nationally the range is $51,490 to $89,780.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in New Mexico
How much do occupational therapy assistants make in New Mexico?
The median is $77,020 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,820 and the top 10% earn over $94,000. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for occupational therapy assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 50 (+7% vs. the national median of $72,300). Living costs are not included.