Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $59,240 -9.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.48
10th percentile $21,350
90th percentile $95,990
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,350
    25th
    $37,240
    50th (median)
    $59,240
    75th
    $78,740
    90th
    $95,990

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$18,900
    Nursing Assistants$29,230
    Medical Assistants$30,220
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$30,220
    Dental Assistants$35,930
    Phlebotomists$32,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southwest Louisiana is $28.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southwest Louisiana 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $21,350 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,240.