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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Texas
Ranked #5 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Texas earn between $43,900 and $99,640. 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 Texas is $75,060, about 9.2% above the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $36/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $84,930 | $82,060 | 1,180 |
| Midland, TX | $82,620 | $81,510 | 70 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $80,370 | $77,120 | 2,110 |
| Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $80,180 | $79,840 | 180 |
| Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $79,970 | $79,070 | 120 |
| North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $78,960 | $75,310 | 330 |
| Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $78,810 | $73,840 | 200 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | $78,310 | $77,600 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Texas?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Texas is $78,000 per year (mean $75,060), and about 80% earn between $43,900 and $99,640.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $36 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $75,060 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Texas ranks #5 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $75,060 is about 9.2% above the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Texas pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for physical therapist assistants are Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($84,930), Midland, TX ($82,620), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($80,370), by median annual wage.