Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: Maryland
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.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max 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 Salary | Max 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 Salary | Max 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.

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