Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in East Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,460 -1.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.99
10th percentile $51,530
90th percentile $70,700
Employed locally 100
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,530
    25th
    $59,940
    50th (median)
    $64,460
    75th
    $68,980
    90th
    $70,700

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,330
    Nursing Assistants $38,050
    Dental Assistants $44,740
    Medical Assistants $39,100
    Phlebotomists $40,560
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in East Central Illinois is $30.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.33 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in East Central Illinois is 1.6% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $51,530 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,940.