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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Arizona
Ranked #34 of 51 · AZ
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Arizona earn between $36,160 and $79,570. 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 Arizona is $64,970, about 5.5% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arizona
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff, AZ | $73,710 | $67,900 | 40 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ | $68,330 | $65,570 | 60 |
| Tucson, AZ | $65,220 | $65,330 | 260 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $64,720 | $65,220 | 1,440 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ | $62,670 | $63,070 | 60 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $62,460 | $63,460 | 40 |
| Yuma, AZ | $61,610 | $57,070 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Arizona?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Arizona is $64,650 per year (mean $64,970), and about 80% earn between $36,160 and $79,570.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Arizona?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $64,970 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arizona a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Arizona ranks #34 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $64,970 is about 5.5% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Arizona pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arizona for physical therapist assistants are Flagstaff, AZ ($73,710), Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ ($68,330), Tucson, AZ ($65,220), by median annual wage.