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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #15 of 51 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in North Carolina earn between $56,100 and $80,850. 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 North Carolina is $68,790, about 0.1% above the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, NC | $76,010 | $72,380 | 40 |
| Wilmington, NC | $75,820 | $71,990 | 220 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $73,970 | $71,490 | 130 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $70,720 | $70,870 | 870 |
| Central North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $70,030 | $68,310 | 170 |
| Goldsboro, NC | $69,150 | $63,840 | 30 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $67,890 | $71,260 | 390 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $65,220 | $68,440 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in North Carolina?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in North Carolina is $67,540 per year (mean $68,790), and about 80% earn between $56,100 and $80,850.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,790 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
North Carolina ranks #15 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $68,790 is about 0.1% above the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for physical therapist assistants are Burlington, NC ($76,010), Wilmington, NC ($75,820), Durham-Chapel Hill, NC ($73,970), by median annual wage.