Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,220 -3.5% vs national
Median hourly $30.40
10th percentile $54,790
90th percentile $82,320
Employed locally 60
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,790
    25th
    $58,990
    50th (median)
    $63,220
    75th
    $75,840
    90th
    $82,320

    Top-paying metros for Physical Therapist Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,350
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $97,230
    Modesto, CA $96,120
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $90,000
    Spartanburg, SC $85,470
    Salinas, CA $84,210

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,520
    Nursing Assistants $41,210
    Medical Assistants $44,140
    Dental Assistants $48,480
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $53,910
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Arizona is $30.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.27 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Arizona is 3.5% below the national median of $65,510. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physical Therapist Assistants in Arizona?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $54,790 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,990.