Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $62,410 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.00
10th percentile $44,750
90th percentile $93,910
Employed locally 60
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,750
    25th
    $54,330
    50th (median)
    $62,410
    75th
    $75,460
    90th
    $93,910

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$27,620
    Nursing Assistants$37,780
    Medical Assistants$38,260
    Dental Assistants$44,790
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,900
    Phlebotomists$37,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northeast Virginia is $30.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northeast Virginia is 4.7% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $44,750 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,330.