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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #39 of 51 · MS
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Mississippi earn between $51,720 and $78,830. 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 Mississippi is $62,850, about 8.6% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $63,790 | $67,410 | 90 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $62,400 | $62,930 | 200 |
| Jackson, MS | $62,100 | $65,100 | 260 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi, MS | $61,820 | $61,470 | 190 |
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $59,970 | $60,480 | 130 |
| Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $59,500 | $58,960 | 80 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $58,610 | $58,750 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Mississippi?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Mississippi is $61,770 per year (mean $62,850), and about 80% earn between $51,720 and $78,830.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Mississippi?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $62,850 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Mississippi a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Mississippi ranks #39 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $62,850 is about 8.6% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Mississippi pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Mississippi for physical therapist assistants are West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($63,790), Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area ($62,400), Jackson, MS ($62,100), by median annual wage.