Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $60,720 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.19
10th percentile $49,680
90th percentile $73,550
Employed locally 150
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,680
    25th
    $55,360
    50th (median)
    $60,720
    75th
    $71,000
    90th
    $73,550

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,940
    Nursing Assistants $37,840
    Medical Assistants $38,520
    Dental Assistants $45,190
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,750
    Phlebotomists $36,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southeast Iowa is $29.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southeast Iowa is 7.3% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,680 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,360.