Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,040 -0.7% vs national
Median hourly $31.27
10th percentile $51,170
90th percentile $82,280
Employed locally 270
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,170
    25th
    $59,870
    50th (median)
    $65,040
    75th
    $76,440
    90th
    $82,280

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,120
    Nursing Assistants$35,570
    Medical Assistants$37,340
    Dental Assistants$46,030
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,690
    Phlebotomists$36,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Eastern North Carolina is $31.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.15 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Eastern North Carolina is 0.7% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $51,170 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,870.