📖 Read the physical therapist assistants salary & career guide →
Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Missouri
Ranked #32 of 51 · MO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Missouri earn between $50,460 and $79,000. 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 Missouri is $65,190, about 5.2% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Missouri
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $65,820 | $66,660 | 1,100 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $65,580 | $67,510 | 880 |
| Columbia, MO | $63,540 | $64,380 | 110 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $61,560 | $64,570 | 90 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $61,510 | $66,610 | 50 |
| Springfield, MO | $61,420 | $63,900 | 190 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $61,250 | $63,690 | 50 |
| Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $61,050 | $61,260 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Missouri?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Missouri is $63,770 per year (mean $65,190), and about 80% earn between $50,460 and $79,000.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Missouri?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,190 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Missouri a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Missouri ranks #32 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $65,190 is about 5.2% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Missouri pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Missouri for physical therapist assistants are St. Louis, MO-IL ($65,820), Kansas City, MO-KS ($65,580), Columbia, MO ($63,540), by median annual wage.