Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide
Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary
$46.61/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant is $46.61 per hour. This is 16% lower than the therapy US average of $53.98.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Physical Therapy Assistant compared to Therapist National Averages
$46.61/hour
16% lower than the therapy US average.
$53.98/hour
United States
Where do Physical Therapy Assistants get paid the most?
Minnesota pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Mississippi ($63) and California ($63). California has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $75. For comparison, the national average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $47 per hour — Minnesota pays 51% more.
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $70 | $73 |
| Mississippi | $63 | $74 |
| California | $63 | $75 |
| Tennessee | $62 | $71 |
| Connecticut | $62 | $64 |
| Missouri | $58 | $65 |
| South Carolina | $56 | $58 |
| Iowa | $56 | $58 |
| Oklahoma | $56 | $58 |
| Washington | $55 | $65 |
| New Jersey | $55 | $58 |
| Florida | $54 | $58 |
| Arizona | $54 | $56 |
| Massachusetts | $54 | $61 |
| Ohio | $54 | $58 |
| Illinois | $53 | $63 |
| Wisconsin | $53 | $64 |
| Pennsylvania | $53 | $63 |
| Georgia | $53 | $56 |
| New Mexico | $52 | $56 |
| Texas | $52 | $60 |
| Kansas | $52 | $55 |
| Virginia | $50 | $55 |
| New York | $49 | $57 |
| Maryland | $48 | $59 |
| Michigan | $48 | $58 |
| South Dakota | $48 | $55 |
| Colorado | $48 | $60 |
| North Carolina | $48 | $53 |
| Montana | $43 | $51 |
| Alabama | $42 | $45 |
| Arkansas | $42 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs?
Pennant Services pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($45) and Select Medical ($40). Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $85. For comparison, the national average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $47 per hour — Pennant Services pays 3% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennant Services | $45 | $85 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $67 |
| Select Medical | $40 | $40 |
| Frontline Personnel | $39 | $40 |
| TRS Healthcare Permanent | $39 | $45 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $36 | $36 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $45 |
| BJC HealthCare | $34 | $35 |
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $34 | $34 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $33 | $34 |
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Physical Therapy Assistant FAQs
Can earning a degree improve my salary as a Physical Therapy Assistant?
Yes, advanced education often opens new career paths that usually lead to higher salaries. Physical therapy assistant may benefit financially from pursuing a physical therapy assistant (PTA).
Where can I learn more about working as a Physical Therapy Assistant?
Take a look at Vivian's Physical Therapy Assistant Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.