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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Iowa
Ranked #48 of 51 · IA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Iowa earn between $45,760 and $74,950. 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 Iowa is $60,220, about 12.4% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Iowa
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA | $62,850 | $60,890 | 60 |
| Northwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area | $62,420 | $60,890 | 110 |
| Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area | $62,420 | $61,610 | 160 |
| Ames, IA | $62,040 | $59,580 | 30 |
| Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area | $61,400 | $59,890 | 110 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $61,360 | $64,430 | 170 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL | $61,130 | $66,030 | 140 |
| Southwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area | $60,890 | $61,350 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Iowa?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Iowa is $61,030 per year (mean $60,220), and about 80% earn between $45,760 and $74,950.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Iowa?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,220 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Iowa a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Iowa ranks #48 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $60,220 is about 12.4% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Iowa pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Iowa for physical therapist assistants are Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA ($62,850), Northwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area ($62,420), Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area ($62,420), by median annual wage.