Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: California
Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary
$43.58/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in California is $43.58 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $35.92.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in California compared to National Averages
$43.58/hour
California
18% higher than the US average.
$35.92/hour
United States
What cities in California pay the most for Physical Therapy Assistants?
Only Berkeley, California reports pay data for Physical Therapy Assistants, averaging $67 per hour. Berkeley, California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $79. For comparison, the California average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $44 per hour — Berkeley, California pays 54% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Berkeley, California | $67 | $79 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in California compare to nearby states?
Only Arizona reports pay data for Physical Therapy Assistants, averaging $35 per hour. Arizona also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the California average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $44 per hour — Arizona pays 21% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $35 | $37 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in California?
Select Medical pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Confluent Health ($38) and PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($35). Confluent Health has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $40. For comparison, the California average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $44 per hour — Select Medical pays 12% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | $38 | $38 |
| Confluent Health | $38 | $40 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $35 | $38 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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