Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $64,260 -1.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.90
10th percentile $55,410
90th percentile $74,960
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,410
    25th
    $62,160
    50th (median)
    $64,260
    75th
    $68,850
    90th
    $74,960

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,030
    Nursing Assistants $40,170
    Medical Assistants $46,360
    Dental Assistants $60,770
    Pharmacy Aides $32,240
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $61,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southeast Minnesota is $30.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southeast Minnesota is 1.9% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $55,410 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,160.