Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $60,660 -7.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.16
10th percentile $41,380
90th percentile $76,730
Employed locally 220
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,380
    25th
    $54,010
    50th (median)
    $60,660
    75th
    $73,090
    90th
    $76,730

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,850
    Nursing Assistants $38,290
    Medical Assistants $40,780
    Dental Assistants $45,380
    Phlebotomists $40,120
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $60,080

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in South Illinois is $29.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in South Illinois is 7.4% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $41,380 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,010.