Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,980 -3.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.28
10th percentile $28,500
90th percentile $81,800
Employed locally 80
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,500
    25th
    $53,290
    50th (median)
    $62,980
    75th
    $72,060
    90th
    $81,800

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$26,450
    Medical Assistants$37,870
    Nursing Assistants$36,280
    Dental Assistants$38,290
    Phlebotomists$36,930
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Eastern New Mexico is $30.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.76 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Eastern New Mexico 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $28,500 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,290.