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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Pennsylvania
Ranked #37 of 51 · PA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Pennsylvania earn between $49,610 and $78,010. 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 Pennsylvania is $63,820, about 7.1% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $71,540 | $70,110 | 1,650 |
| Reading, PA | $69,530 | $67,740 | 90 |
| Chambersburg, PA | $67,190 | $66,300 | 60 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $65,510 | $67,100 | 250 |
| Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $62,900 | $61,410 | 140 |
| Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $62,430 | $63,320 | 140 |
| York-Hanover, PA | $62,400 | $62,460 | 130 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA | $62,330 | $63,160 | 190 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Pennsylvania?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Pennsylvania is $62,580 per year (mean $63,820), and about 80% earn between $49,610 and $78,010.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $63,820 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Pennsylvania a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Pennsylvania ranks #37 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $63,820 is about 7.1% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Pennsylvania pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Pennsylvania for physical therapist assistants are Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD ($71,540), Reading, PA ($69,530), Chambersburg, PA ($67,190), by median annual wage.