Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $60,740 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.20
10th percentile $51,080
90th percentile $86,220
Employed locally 160
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,080
    25th
    $59,630
    50th (median)
    $60,740
    75th
    $69,200
    90th
    $86,220

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$32,030
    Nursing Assistants$41,250
    Medical Assistants$46,590
    Dental Assistants$45,240
    Phlebotomists$44,520
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,380

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northeastern Wisconsin is $29.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 7.3% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $51,080 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,630.