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Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #29 of 51 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist assistantss in Wisconsin earn between $51,960 and $77,440. 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 Wisconsin is $65,480, about 4.7% below the U.S. average ($68,730). That works out to roughly $31/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville-Beloit, WI | $69,900 | $67,680 | 50 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $65,630 | $67,950 | 480 |
| Kenosha, WI | $64,940 | $63,230 | 50 |
| Appleton, WI | $64,240 | $68,020 | 50 |
| Green Bay, WI | $63,590 | $64,210 | 100 |
| Madison, WI | $63,380 | $64,810 | 180 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN | $63,180 | $64,270 | 80 |
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $63,170 | $65,370 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Wisconsin?
The median physical therapist assistants salary in Wisconsin is $64,080 per year (mean $65,480), and about 80% earn between $51,960 and $77,440.
How much do physical therapist assistants make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $31 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,480 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for physical therapist assistants?
Wisconsin ranks #29 of 51 states for physical therapist assistants pay. Its mean salary of $65,480 is about 4.7% below the U.S. average of $68,730.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay physical therapist assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for physical therapist assistants are Janesville-Beloit, WI ($69,900), Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI ($65,630), Kenosha, WI ($64,940), by median annual wage.