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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in West Virginia
Ranked #43 of 51 · WV
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in West Virginia earn between $45,510 and $79,160. 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 West Virginia is $61,560, about 10.4% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in West Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeling, WV-OH | $65,280 | $65,060 | 100 |
| Charleston, WV | $63,020 | $62,870 | 80 |
| Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $61,680 | $60,090 | 110 |
| Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $60,870 | $63,520 | 220 |
| Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH | $59,930 | $60,860 | 280 |
| Morgantown, WV | $59,920 | $58,320 | 130 |
| Beckley, WV | $59,400 | $61,440 | 70 |
| Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH | $58,070 | $60,090 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in West Virginia?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in West Virginia is $60,430 per year (mean $61,560), and about 80% earn between $45,510 and $79,160.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in West Virginia?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $61,560 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is West Virginia a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
West Virginia ranks #43 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $61,560 is about 10.4% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in West Virginia pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in West Virginia for physical therapist assistants are Wheeling, WV-OH ($65,280), Charleston, WV ($63,020), Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area ($61,680), by median annual wage.