Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $62,730 -4.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.16
10th percentile $42,610
90th percentile $94,240
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,610
    25th
    $56,250
    50th (median)
    $62,730
    75th
    $72,950
    90th
    $94,240

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $38,500
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,820
    Dental Assistants $45,850
    Medical Assistants $37,460
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,380
    Phlebotomists $38,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northwest Illinois is $30.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northwest Illinois is 4.2% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $42,610 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,250.