Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $62,490 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.05
10th percentile $49,910
90th percentile $76,700
Employed locally 70
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,910
    25th
    $56,710
    50th (median)
    $62,490
    75th
    $69,780
    90th
    $76,700

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,800
    Nursing Assistants $44,550
    Medical Assistants $48,690
    Dental Assistants $60,910
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $54,160
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $37,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southwest Minnesota is $30.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.32 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southwest Minnesota is 4.6% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $49,910 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,710.