Physical Therapist Assistant Salary in California
Physical Therapist Assistant pay in California, explained
Physical therapist assistants in California earn a median of $83,110 per year ($39.96 per hour), which is 22% above the national median of $68,380. Entry-level workers earn around $59,500, while the most experienced physical therapist assistants reach about $102,800. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within California.
Is $83,110 good pay in California?
Adjusted for California's cost of living (which runs 111% of the U.S. average), that $83,110 is worth about $75,063 in national buying power — ranking California #7 for real pay (vs #1 on the sticker number).
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Physical Therapist Assistant in California: FAQ
How much do physical therapist assistants make in California?
Physical therapist assistants in California earn a median of $83,110 per year ($39.96 per hour), compared with $68,380 nationally.
Does California pay physical therapist assistants well?
At $83,110, California pays 22% above the national median for physical therapist assistants. An estimated 9,400 work in the state.