Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southern South Carolina

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

Median annual salary $71,720 +9.5% vs national
Median hourly $34.48
10th percentile $51,750
90th percentile $79,020
Employed locally 50
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,750
    25th
    $60,950
    50th (median)
    $71,720
    75th
    $75,300
    90th
    $79,020

    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 South Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $26,890
    Nursing Assistants $34,500
    Medical Assistants $35,740
    Dental Assistants $43,320
    Phlebotomists $36,430
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $72,300

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southern South Carolina is $34.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.08 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southern South Carolina is 9.5% above 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 South Carolina?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $51,750 per year in Southern South Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,950.