Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,570 -12.1% vs national
Median hourly $27.68
10th percentile $46,390
90th percentile $75,220
Employed locally 80
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,390
    25th
    $49,600
    50th (median)
    $57,570
    75th
    $65,860
    90th
    $75,220

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$26,680
    Nursing Assistants$28,530
    Medical Assistants$30,910
    Dental Assistants$33,510
    Phlebotomists$29,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southwest Alabama is $27.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.47 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southwest Alabama is 12.1% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $46,390 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,600.