Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,890 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.75
10th percentile $49,980
90th percentile $81,110
Employed locally 270
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,980
    25th
    $57,360
    50th (median)
    $61,890
    75th
    $75,140
    90th
    $81,110

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,280
    Nursing Assistants $37,500
    Medical Assistants $38,160
    Dental Assistants $45,040
    Phlebotomists $37,240
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southern Ohio is $29.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.10 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southern Ohio is 5.5% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,980 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,360.