Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,730 -13.4% vs national
Median hourly $27.28
10th percentile $43,660
90th percentile $71,640
Employed locally 160
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,660
    25th
    $46,050
    50th (median)
    $56,730
    75th
    $62,820
    90th
    $71,640

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,650
    Nursing Assistants$37,590
    Medical Assistants$37,670
    Dental Assistants$43,560
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,620
    Phlebotomists$36,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $27.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.84 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 13.4% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $43,660 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,050.