Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,110 -9.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.42
10th percentile $47,120
90th percentile $75,230
Employed locally 90
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,120
    25th
    $49,380
    50th (median)
    $59,110
    75th
    $71,350
    90th
    $75,230

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $30,350
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $27,810
    Medical Assistants $31,780
    Dental Assistants $35,670
    Phlebotomists $29,660
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $50,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southeast Alabama is $28.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.89 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southeast Alabama is 9.8% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $47,120 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,380.