Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$38.45/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in Maryland is $38.45 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $45.46.

Last updated on October 9, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages

$38.45/hour

Maryland

18% lower than the US average.

$45.46/hour

United States

What cities in Maryland pay the most for Physical Therapy Assistants?

Bethesda, Maryland pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Baltimore, Maryland ($46) and Annapolis, Maryland ($45). For comparison, the Maryland average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $38 per hour — Bethesda, Maryland pays 38% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Bethesda, Maryland$53$53
Baltimore, Maryland$46$52
Annapolis, Maryland$45$52
How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in Maryland compare to nearby states?

New York pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by New Jersey ($37) and Virginia ($36). New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the Maryland average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $38 per hour — New York pays 13% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
New York$43$44
New Jersey$37$37
Virginia$36$36
Ohio$35$39
Pennsylvania$35$40
North Carolina$34$36
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Maryland?

Only Medical Solutions Direct Hire reports pay data for Physical Therapy Assistants, averaging $34 per hour. For comparison, the Maryland average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $38 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 11% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Medical Solutions Direct Hire$34$34

Last updated on October 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

A Nurse holding a file folder

Physical Therapy Assistant Career Guide

Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.

Go to the guide
Was this page helpful?

Get alerts about new jobs and salary trends in Maryland

Be the first to know about new jobs for Physical Therapy Assistants with the salary that suits you.

Featured Blog Posts

Open article Physical Therapist vs. Occupational Therapist: Which Career Is Right for You? (2026 Update)
Physical therapist vs occupational therapist have similar roles
Physical Therapist vs. Occupational Therapist: Which Career Is Right for You? (2026 Update)
Explore a lucrative healthcare career within the in-demand rehabilitation therapy field.
Open article Preparing for the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
Preparing for the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact
We cover how to enroll and what it will mean for therapists in these fields.
Open article The Fastest Growing Allied Health Careers in 2025
Radiology or X-Ray Technologist in allied health
The Fastest Growing Allied Health Careers in 2025
Get the facts you need to plan your healthcare career path in a top-paying, in-demand specialty.
See more Blog Posts