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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Alabama
Ranked #38 of 51 · AL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Alabama earn between $49,340 and $79,060. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean physical therapist assistants salary in Alabama is $63,130, about 8.1% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Alabama
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden, AL | $65,060 | $64,710 | 160 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $64,040 | $63,480 | 100 |
| Decatur, AL | $62,810 | $65,600 | 60 |
| Birmingham, AL | $62,380 | $63,090 | 800 |
| Anniston-Oxford, AL | $61,910 | $63,880 | 50 |
| Mobile, AL | $61,430 | $63,430 | 210 |
| Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $61,280 | $64,420 | 170 |
| Montgomery, AL | $60,910 | $62,840 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Alabama?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Alabama is $61,430 per year (mean $63,130), and about 80% earn between $49,340 and $79,060.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Alabama?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,130 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Alabama a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Alabama ranks #38 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $63,130 is about 8.1% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Alabama pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Alabama for physical therapist assistants are Gadsden, AL ($65,060), Tuscaloosa, AL ($64,040), Decatur, AL ($62,810), by median annual wage.