Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $62,980 -3.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.28
10th percentile $47,650
90th percentile $79,640
Employed locally 160
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,650
    25th
    $50,440
    50th (median)
    $62,980
    75th
    $74,290
    90th
    $79,640

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,600
    Nursing Assistants $35,740
    Medical Assistants $37,380
    Dental Assistants $45,300
    Phlebotomists $37,230
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,780

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in East Tennessee is $30.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.43 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in East Tennessee is 3.9% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $47,650 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,440.