Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $59,590 -9% vs national
Median hourly $28.65
10th percentile $25,320
90th percentile $92,810
Employed locally 140
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,320
    25th
    $51,690
    50th (median)
    $59,590
    75th
    $73,340
    90th
    $92,810

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,640
    Nursing Assistants$35,110
    Medical Assistants$34,950
    Dental Assistants$37,280
    Phlebotomists$34,610
    Pharmacy Aides$35,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in East Kentucky is $28.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.62 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in East Kentucky is 9% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $25,320 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,690.