Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary
$38.68/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in Missouri is $38.68 per hour. This is 18% lower 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 Missouri compared to National Averages
$38.68/hour
Missouri
18% lower than the US average.
$45.46/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Physical Therapy Assistants?
Only Saint Louis, Missouri reports pay data for Physical Therapy Assistants, averaging $55 per hour. Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Missouri average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $39 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 41% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $55 | $60 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Tennessee pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $68 per hour, followed by Alabama ($45) and Arkansas ($43). Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Missouri average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $39 per hour — Tennessee pays 76% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $68 | $71 |
| Alabama | $45 | $45 |
| Arkansas | $43 | $43 |
| Kansas | $40 | $40 |
| Illinois | $39 | $40 |
| Georgia | $34 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Missouri?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by Elara Caring ($35) and BJC HealthCare ($34). For comparison, the Missouri average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $39 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $39 | $39 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
| BJC HealthCare | $34 | $35 |
| Med Hires | $28 | $28 |
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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Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant
- BJC Home Care
- Saint Louis, MO
$26-44/hour
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- Elara Caring
- Waynesville, MO
$30-40/hour
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- Elara Caring
- Dexter, MO
$30-40/hour
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- Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
- Butler, MO
$60K-80K/year
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- Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
- Sedalia, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$60K-80K/year
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