Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: New Mexico

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Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$51.80/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in New Mexico is $51.80 per hour. This is 12% 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 New Mexico compared to National Averages

$51.80/hour

New Mexico

12% higher than the US average.

$45.46/hour

United States

How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in New Mexico compare to nearby states?

Oklahoma pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Arizona ($41) and Texas ($40). Oklahoma also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Therapists is $52 per hour — Oklahoma pays 5% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Oklahoma	$49	$57
Arizona	$41	$50
Texas	$40	$40
Kansas	$40	$40

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in New Mexico?

Only Medical Solutions Direct Hire reports pay data for Physical Therapy Assistants, averaging $32 per hour. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Therapists is $52 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 39% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$32	$32

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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