Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in South Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,640 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.60
10th percentile $48,100
90th percentile $79,710
Employed locally 150
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,100
    25th
    $56,970
    50th (median)
    $63,640
    75th
    $73,320
    90th
    $79,710

    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 South Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$30,360
    Nursing Assistants$35,650
    Medical Assistants$35,760
    Dental Assistants$44,090
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,730
    Phlebotomists$33,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in South Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in South Central Tennessee is $30.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.13 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Tennessee above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in South Central Tennessee is 2.9% 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 South Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $48,100 per year in South Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,970.