Physical Therapist Assistants Hourly Pay

As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for physical therapist assistants in the United States was $32.88, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$22.96
25th$28.76
Median$32.88
75th$37.83
90th$43.04

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do physical therapist assistants make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $32.88; the mean hourly wage is $33.04.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for physical therapist assistants?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $22.96 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for physical therapist assistants?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $43.04 per hour.