Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide: Pennsylvania

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Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

$35.14/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant in Pennsylvania is $35.14 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $36.94.

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

Physical Therapy Assistant salaries in Pennsylvania compared to National Averages

$35.14/hour

Pennsylvania

5% lower than the US average.

$36.94/hour

United States

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

New York pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by Maryland ($38) and Massachusetts ($37). New York also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $44. For comparison, the Pennsylvania average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $35 per hour — New York pays 23% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
New York	$43	$44
Maryland	$38	$43
Massachusetts	$37	$40
New Jersey	$37	$37

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

Graham Healthcare Group pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $33 per hour, followed by Confluent Health ($28). For comparison, the Pennsylvania average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $35 per hour — Graham Healthcare Group pays 8% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Graham Healthcare Group	$33	$33
Confluent Health	$28	$29

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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