Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Middle Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,280 +4.2% vs national
Median hourly $32.83
10th percentile $37,660
90th percentile $85,100
Employed locally 150
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,660
    25th
    $55,480
    50th (median)
    $68,280
    75th
    $80,980
    90th
    $85,100

    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 Middle Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$24,300
    Nursing Assistants$36,290
    Medical Assistants$33,950
    Phlebotomists$37,030
    Dental Assistants$37,650
    Physical Therapist Aides$25,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Middle Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Middle Georgia is $32.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.81 or more per hour.

    Is Middle Georgia above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Middle Georgia is 4.2% 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 Middle Georgia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,660 per year in Middle Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,480.