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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Georgia
Ranked #16 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Georgia earn between $43,400 and $89,600. 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 Georgia is $68,580, about 0.2% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $75,110 | $74,380 | 40 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $74,730 | $70,000 | 1,370 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $73,410 | $73,750 | 130 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $72,800 | $71,200 | 100 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $72,500 | $63,130 | 30 |
| Rome, GA | $71,680 | $65,550 | 80 |
| Valdosta, GA | $68,470 | $59,820 | 30 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $68,070 | $65,730 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Georgia?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Georgia is $72,800 per year (mean $68,580), and about 80% earn between $43,400 and $89,600.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,580 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Georgia ranks #16 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $68,580 is about 0.2% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for physical therapist assistants are East Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($75,110), Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($74,730), Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($73,410), by median annual wage.