Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $54,080 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $26.00
10th percentile $47,560
90th percentile $64,360
Employed locally 50
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,560
    25th
    $47,560
    50th (median)
    $54,080
    75th
    $59,720
    90th
    $64,360

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $28,710
    Nursing Assistants $34,300
    Medical Assistants $37,200
    Dental Assistants $39,030
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $30,240
    Phlebotomists $34,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southwest Missouri is $26.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.58 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southwest Missouri is 17.4% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $47,560 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,560.