Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $59,210 -9.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.47
10th percentile $47,820
90th percentile $75,800
Employed locally 180
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,820
    25th
    $50,270
    50th (median)
    $59,210
    75th
    $63,840
    90th
    $75,800

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,380
    Nursing Assistants$35,640
    Medical Assistants$36,420
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$34,650
    Dental Assistants$38,690
    Phlebotomists$38,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southeast Missouri is $28.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southeast Missouri is 9.6% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $47,820 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,270.