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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in South Carolina
Ranked #17 of 51 · SC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in South Carolina earn between $47,510 and $88,070. 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 South Carolina is $68,260, about 0.7% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spartanburg, SC | $88,070 | $79,480 | 160 |
| Florence, SC | $75,920 | $67,540 | 90 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC | $74,140 | $70,250 | 380 |
| Southern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $71,010 | $68,580 | 60 |
| Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $70,950 | $64,960 | 50 |
| Northwestern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $67,530 | $66,850 | 90 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC | $64,270 | $67,140 | 150 |
| Columbia, SC | $62,920 | $65,480 | 300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in South Carolina?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in South Carolina is $70,500 per year (mean $68,260), and about 80% earn between $47,510 and $88,070.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in South Carolina?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is South Carolina a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
South Carolina ranks #17 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $68,260 is about 0.7% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in South Carolina pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in South Carolina for physical therapist assistants are Spartanburg, SC ($88,070), Florence, SC ($75,920), Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC ($74,140), by median annual wage.