Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,490 -6.1% vs national
Median hourly $29.56
10th percentile $52,060
90th percentile $76,440
Employed locally 200
National median $65,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,060
    25th
    $57,990
    50th (median)
    $61,490
    75th
    $73,640
    90th
    $76,440

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $29,350
    Nursing Assistants $36,080
    Medical Assistants $37,350
    Dental Assistants $42,520
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,850
    Phlebotomists $36,680

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Assistants make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in Western North Carolina is $29.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.00 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Physical Therapist Assistants salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Assistants salary in Western North Carolina is 6.1% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $52,060 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,990.