Physical Therapy Assistant Salary Guide
Average Physical Therapy Assistant Salary
$35.90/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapy Assistant is $35.90 per hour. This is 35% lower than the therapy US average of $48.53.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Physical Therapy Assistant compared to Therapist National Averages
$35.90/hour
35% lower than the therapy US average.
$48.53/hour
United States
Where do Physical Therapy Assistants get paid the most?
California pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Illinois ($52) and Pennsylvania ($52). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $70. For comparison, the national average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $36 per hour — California pays 61% more.
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| California | $58 | $70 |
| Illinois | $52 | $63 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $63 |
| New Jersey | $52 | $57 |
| Connecticut | $51 | $58 |
| Wisconsin | $50 | $60 |
| Arizona | $49 | $60 |
| Massachusetts | $48 | $58 |
| New York | $48 | $57 |
| Maryland | $47 | $52 |
| Georgia | $47 | $53 |
| Missouri | $47 | $60 |
| North Carolina | $47 | $53 |
| Florida | $46 | $58 |
| Oklahoma | $46 | $57 |
| Texas | $45 | $53 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapy Assistant jobs?
Frontline Personnel pays Physical Therapy Assistants the most, averaging $39 per hour, followed by Detroit Medical Center ($39) and Select Medical ($38). Elara Caring has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the national average for Physical Therapy Assistants is $36 per hour — Frontline Personnel pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Frontline Personnel | $39 | $40 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $39 | $39 |
| Select Medical | $38 | $38 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $45 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $34 | $34 |
| TRS Healthcare Permanent | $34 | $34 |
| Hands of Hope | $34 | $34 |
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $34 | $34 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $33 | $34 |
| Step Up Rehab | $33 | $33 |
Last updated on September 28, 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.