Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,090 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $27.93
10th percentile $47,460
90th percentile $72,230
Employed locally 80
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,460
    25th
    $51,120
    50th (median)
    $58,090
    75th
    $61,360
    90th
    $72,230

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $32,410
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $26,510
    Medical Assistants $33,380
    Dental Assistants $35,160
    Phlebotomists $35,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northwest Alabama is $27.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.47 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northwest Alabama is 11.3% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $47,460 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,120.