Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$42.47/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in New Mexico is $42.47 per hour. This is 22% higher than the US average of $33.21.

Last updated on December 8, 2023. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages

$42.47/hour

New Mexico

22% higher than the US average.

$33.21/hour

United States

How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Texas$37$42
California$25$42

Last updated on December 8, 2023. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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