Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $59,650 -8.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.68
10th percentile $48,530
90th percentile $75,640
Employed locally 110
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,530
    25th
    $52,340
    50th (median)
    $59,650
    75th
    $69,950
    90th
    $75,640

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$38,620
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$31,470
    Medical Assistants$43,820
    Dental Assistants$42,710
    Pharmacy Aides$27,960
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,150

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northeast Nebraska is $28.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northeast Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $48,530 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,340.