Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary
$33.08/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in North Carolina is $33.08 per hour. This is 36% lower than the US average of $45.15.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$33.08/hour
North Carolina
36% lower than the US average.
$45.15/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Physical Therapy Assistants?
Charlotte, North Carolina pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Gastonia, North Carolina ($41). Charlotte, North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $33 per hour — Charlotte, North Carolina pays 49% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, North Carolina | $49 | $53 |
| Gastonia, North Carolina | $41 | $48 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapy Assistants in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Tennessee pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $68 per hour, followed by Virginia ($36) and Ohio ($35). Tennessee also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $33 per hour — Tennessee pays 106% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $68 | $71 |
| Virginia | $36 | $36 |
| Ohio | $35 | $39 |
| Pennsylvania | $35 | $40 |
| Georgia | $34 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in North Carolina?
Med Hires pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $30 per hour, followed by PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($29). Med Hires also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $33 per hour — Med Hires pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Med Hires | $30 | $36 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $29 | $32 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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