Healthcare Roswell, NM Pop. 48,422

Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Roswell, New Mexico

The median occupational therapy assistant salary in Roswell, NM is $52,336 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 12.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$52,336
vs State Avg
$-7,196
vs National
$-13,084
Cost of Living
82%

Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Roswell by Experience

In Roswell, an entry-level occupational therapy assistant earns around $35,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,200
$-8,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,800
$-13,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$70,400
$-17,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Roswell, NM

Percentile Roswell
10th Percentile $33,600
25th Percentile $41,600
Median (50th) $52,336
75th Percentile $64,000
90th Percentile $73,600

Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$70,654
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$60,841
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$58,878
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$56,261
Pop. 111,385

How to Become a Occupational Therapy Assistant in Roswell

Education

Most occupational therapy assistant positions require a associate's degree. Roswell and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Roswell may vary based on local industry and population growth.