Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,710 -8.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.71
10th percentile $45,910
90th percentile $71,710
Employed locally 90
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,910
    25th
    $50,580
    50th (median)
    $59,710
    75th
    $64,320
    90th
    $71,710

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $37,520
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,740
    Medical Assistants $41,190
    Dental Assistants $45,930
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $29,690
    Psychiatric Aides $48,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northeast Iowa is $28.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northeast Iowa is 8.9% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $45,910 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,580.