Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$34.56/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant is $34.56 per hour. This is 40% lower than the therapy US average of $48.28.

Last updated on December 21, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Physical Therapy Assistant compared to Therapist National Averages

$34.56/hour

40% lower than the therapy US average.

$48.28/hour

United States

Where do Physical Therapy Assistants get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$61$78
New Jersey$53$55
Georgia$49$58
Washington$48$53
Oregon$48$64
Maryland$46$52
Pennsylvania$46$56
Florida$45$55
Texas$45$53
Missouri$44$55
Virginia$44$49
North Carolina$41$46
Kentucky$40$45
Massachusetts$37$53
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
MGA Homecare$49$49
AccentCare$40$40
Community Medical Centers$38$38
Baylor Scott & White Health$36$36
Lifepoint Health$35$44
Jet Health$35$35
Memorial Hermann Health System$34$34
PennState Health$33$33
Inova Health System$32$32
Kaiser Permanente$31$35

Last updated on December 21, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Physical Therapy Assistant FAQs

Can earning a degree improve my salary as a Physical Therapy Assistant?

Yes, advanced education often opens new career paths that usually lead to higher salaries. Physical therapy assistant may benefit financially from pursuing a physical therapy assistant (PTA).

Where can I learn more about working as a Physical Therapy Assistant?

Take a look at Vivian's Physical Therapy Assistant Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.