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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Florida
Ranked #12 of 51 · FL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Florida earn between $58,650 and $81,080. 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 Florida is $71,110, about 3.5% above the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Florida
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $76,690 | $75,010 | 120 |
| South Florida nonmetropolitan area | $74,630 | $72,610 | 50 |
| Sebring, FL | $73,410 | $70,100 | 40 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $72,600 | $72,120 | 320 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $72,530 | $73,810 | 3,420 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL | $71,540 | $70,990 | 110 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $71,110 | $70,200 | 930 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $71,100 | $71,310 | 280 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Florida?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Florida is $72,530 per year (mean $71,110), and about 80% earn between $58,650 and $81,080.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Florida?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $71,110 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Florida a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Florida ranks #12 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $71,110 is about 3.5% above the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Florida pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Florida for physical therapist assistants are Naples-Marco Island, FL ($76,690), South Florida nonmetropolitan area ($74,630), Sebring, FL ($73,410), by median annual wage.