Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $59,160 -9.7% vs national
Median hourly $28.44
10th percentile $49,600
90th percentile $72,950
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,600
    25th
    $54,140
    50th (median)
    $59,160
    75th
    $66,420
    90th
    $72,950

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,250
    Nursing Assistants $38,060
    Medical Assistants $39,460
    Dental Assistants $46,000
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,050
    Phlebotomists $37,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southwest Iowa is $28.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southwest Iowa is 9.7% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,600 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,140.