Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$47.54/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in California is $47.54 per hour. This is 4% higher than the US average of $45.46.

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in California compared to National Averages

$47.54/hour

California

4% higher than the US average.

$45.46/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 $48 per hour — Berkeley, California pays 41% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Berkeley, California$67$79
How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in California compare to nearby states?

Arizona pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Texas ($40). Arizona also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the California average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $48 per hour — Arizona pays 14% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Arizona$41$50
Texas$40$40
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in California?

Pennant Services pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($33). Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $85. For comparison, the California average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $48 per hour — Pennant Services pays 8% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Pennant Services$51$85
PT Solutions Physical Therapy$33$38

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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