Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,390 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.51
10th percentile $43,540
90th percentile $73,150
Employed locally 120
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,540
    25th
    $48,290
    50th (median)
    $61,390
    75th
    $66,290
    90th
    $73,150

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,120
    Nursing Assistants $37,540
    Medical Assistants $38,490
    Dental Assistants $43,680
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,200
    Phlebotomists $38,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $29.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.46 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 6.3% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $43,540 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,290.