Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in East Georgia

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

Median annual salary $80,620 +23.1% vs national
Median hourly $38.76
10th percentile $62,400
90th percentile $91,180
Employed locally 50
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,400
    25th
    $66,750
    50th (median)
    $80,620
    75th
    $82,970
    90th
    $91,180

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$32,490
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$27,600
    Medical Assistants$35,310
    Dental Assistants$39,150
    Phlebotomists$35,800
    Pharmacy Aides$33,280

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in East Georgia is $38.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in East Georgia is 23.1% 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 East Georgia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $62,400 per year in East Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,750.