Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Northwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $74,740 +14.1% vs national
Median hourly $35.93
10th percentile $57,340
90th percentile $93,910
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,340
    25th
    $65,520
    50th (median)
    $74,740
    75th
    $80,030
    90th
    $93,910

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $28,100
    Nursing Assistants $37,470
    Medical Assistants $42,680
    Dental Assistants $40,970
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,260
    Phlebotomists $38,530

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Northwest Virginia is $35.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Northwest Virginia is 14.1% above 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $57,340 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,520.