How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Atlanta?
$74,730a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $35.93 an hour or $6,228 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.93
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 62 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 1,370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,400Median: $74,730Highest 10%: $89,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,400 | $20.87 | |
| 25th | $58,540 | $28.14 | |
| Median | $74,730 | $35.93 | |
| 75th | $81,330 | $39.10 | |
| 90th | $89,610 | $43.08 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| Rome, GA | $71,680 |
| Macon, GA | $68,070 |
| Athens, GA | $65,910 |
| Gainesville, GA | $65,040 |
| Savannah, GA | $63,600 |
| Augusta, GA | $62,510 |
| Columbus, GA | $62,410 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $62,360 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,180 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,430 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,370 |
| Massage Therapist | $48,610 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,210 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,060 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,350 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,160 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $39,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $35.93 ($74,730 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $74,730 against $68,380 nationally, 9% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $72,800, so Atlanta pays 3% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
62 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,610 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.