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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Illinois
Ranked #27 of 51 · IL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Illinois earn between $41,600 and $81,890. 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 Illinois is $65,810, about 4.2% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $32/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $72,230 | $67,180 | 3,520 |
| Springfield, IL | $66,390 | $68,720 | 70 |
| Decatur, IL | $65,210 | $64,680 | 40 |
| Kankakee, IL | $64,960 | $68,160 | 40 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $64,590 | $65,900 | 80 |
| Rockford, IL | $64,040 | $64,000 | 90 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $62,570 | $64,680 | 240 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $62,540 | $62,640 | 130 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Illinois?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Illinois is $65,240 per year (mean $65,810), and about 80% earn between $41,600 and $81,890.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Illinois?
Roughly $32 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,810 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Illinois a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Illinois ranks #27 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $65,810 is about 4.2% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Illinois pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Illinois for physical therapist assistants are Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN ($72,230), Springfield, IL ($66,390), Decatur, IL ($65,210), by median annual wage.