Occupation Salary Profile

Physical Therapist Assistants

SOC Code: 31-2021

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

National Median (BLS)
$66,950
▲ +1.04% Nominal ▼ -2.15% Real
H-1B Sponsor Median
N/A
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Average Base Salary
$68,670
Domestic Mean Pay
Total U.S. Employment
3,850
Active Positions (BLS)
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National Baseline Wage Distribution

Empirical wage tiers reported across all 50 states by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Physical Therapist Assistants.

Percentile Tier Annual Base Salary
10th Percentile $51,590
25th Percentile $60,790
National Median (50th Percentile) $66,950
75th Percentile $77,810
90th Percentile $86,320
P10: $51,590 P50 (Median): $66,950 P90: $86,320