Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $62,420 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.01
10th percentile $52,380
90th percentile $76,840
Employed locally 120
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,380
    25th
    $56,610
    50th (median)
    $62,420
    75th
    $66,840
    90th
    $76,840

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,720
    Nursing Assistants $42,020
    Medical Assistants $46,130
    Dental Assistants $59,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $42,450
    Phlebotomists $38,520

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northwest Minnesota is $30.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.38 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northwest Minnesota 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $52,380 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,610.