Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,600 +3.2% vs national
Median hourly $32.50
10th percentile $37,970
90th percentile $84,530
Employed locally 170
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,970
    25th
    $45,710
    50th (median)
    $67,600
    75th
    $76,650
    90th
    $84,530

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,180
    Nursing Assistants $37,930
    Medical Assistants $43,490
    Dental Assistants $51,030
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $33,560
    Phlebotomists $42,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Maryland is $32.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.54 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Maryland is 3.2% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,970 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,710.