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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Washington
Ranked #33 of 51 · WA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Washington earn between $36,610 and $93,140. 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 Washington is $65,090, about 5.3% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Washington
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $74,250 | $67,270 | 80 |
| Yakima, WA | $74,100 | $65,200 | 50 |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $72,980 | $69,270 | 70 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $72,740 | $67,780 | 120 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $69,140 | $65,660 | 40 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $66,810 | $67,170 | 80 |
| Bellingham, WA | $66,450 | $66,750 | 80 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $65,450 | $64,050 | 1,120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Washington?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Washington is $66,450 per year (mean $65,090), and about 80% earn between $36,610 and $93,140.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Washington?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,090 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Washington a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Washington ranks #33 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $65,090 is about 5.3% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Washington pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Washington for physical therapist assistants are Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA ($74,250), Yakima, WA ($74,100), Kennewick-Richland, WA ($72,980), by median annual wage.