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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Michigan
Ranked #47 of 51 · MI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Michigan earn between $35,700 and $78,600. 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 Michigan is $60,260, about 12.3% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Michigan
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $68,700 | $65,320 | 700 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $66,310 | $66,870 | 100 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage, MI | $62,860 | $59,410 | 90 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $62,220 | $57,210 | 1,880 |
| Traverse City, MI | $61,290 | $63,840 | 130 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $61,200 | $63,320 | 230 |
| Jackson, MI | $60,990 | $65,380 | — |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI | $60,940 | $61,960 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Michigan?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Michigan is $61,670 per year (mean $60,260), and about 80% earn between $35,700 and $78,600.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Michigan?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Michigan a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Michigan ranks #47 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $60,260 is about 12.3% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Michigan pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Michigan for physical therapist assistants are Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI ($68,700), Battle Creek, MI ($66,310), Kalamazoo-Portage, MI ($62,860), by median annual wage.