Healthcare Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median occupational therapy assistant salary in Middletown, DE is $65,420 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 2.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$65,420
vs State Avg
$-1,963
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
98%

Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level occupational therapy assistant earns around $44,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $88,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$66,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$88,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $42,000
25th Percentile $52,000
Median (50th) $65,420
75th Percentile $80,000
90th Percentile $92,000

Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$69,999
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$68,037
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$66,074
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$64,112
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Occupational Therapy Assistant in Middletown

Education

Most occupational therapy assistant positions require a associate's degree. Middletown and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Therapeutic ExercisesPatient CareDocumentationCommunicationAdaptabilityCompassion

Job Outlook

Nationally, occupational therapy assistant employment is projected to grow 25% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.