Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Athens, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Athens-Clarke County, GA

Median annual salary $66,650 +1.7% vs national
Median hourly $32.04
10th percentile $49,510
90th percentile $88,790
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,510
    25th
    $58,540
    50th (median)
    $66,650
    75th
    $81,280
    90th
    $88,790

    Athens economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $62,897 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Assistants salary vs area income 106% Median Physical Therapist Assistants salary is 6% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Physical Therapist Assistants salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Warner Robins, GA $76,560
    Macon-Bibb County, GA $76,370
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $73,100
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $73,080
    Albany, GA $72,750
    Brunswick-St. Simons, GA $72,500

    Related occupations in Athens, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $27,510
    Medical Assistants $38,670
    Nursing Assistants $35,380
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,460
    Dental Assistants $38,170
    Massage Therapists $65,150

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Athens, GA is $32.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Athens, GA is 1.7% above 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 Athens?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,510 per year in Athens, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,540.