Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in North Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $65,450 -0.1% vs national
Median hourly $31.46
10th percentile $48,140
90th percentile $79,840
Employed locally 230
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,140
    25th
    $59,540
    50th (median)
    $65,450
    75th
    $76,490
    90th
    $79,840

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$30,480
    Nursing Assistants$35,210
    Medical Assistants$35,960
    Dental Assistants$41,260
    Phlebotomists$36,110
    Occupational Therapy Assistants$63,290

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in North Central Tennessee is $31.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in North Central Tennessee is 0.1% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $48,140 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,540.