Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $61,350 -6.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.49
10th percentile $43,850
90th percentile $75,640
Employed locally 30
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,850
    25th
    $51,200
    50th (median)
    $61,350
    75th
    $68,570
    90th
    $75,640

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $38,340
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $31,040
    Dental Assistants $45,550
    Medical Assistants $44,990
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,380
    Physical Therapist Aides $30,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northwest Nebraska is $29.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.47 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northwest Nebraska is 6.4% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $43,850 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,200.