How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Baltimore?
$79,250a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area. That is $38.10 an hour or $6,604 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.10
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,310Median: $79,250Highest 10%: $90,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,310 | $17.94 | |
| 25th | $61,860 | $29.74 | |
| Median | $79,250 | $38.10 | |
| 75th | $83,390 | $40.09 | |
| 90th | $90,450 | $43.49 |
Other cities in Maryland
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| Washington, DC | $78,790 |
| Salisbury, MD | $75,370 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $71,540 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $65,980 |
Related jobs in Baltimore
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $82,620 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,820 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $51,440 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,510 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,410 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,790 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,450 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $44,230 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,110 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Baltimore?
The median hourly pay in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area is $38.10 ($79,250 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Baltimore than the national average?
Yes: $79,250 against $68,380 nationally, 16% more.
How does Baltimore compare with the rest of Maryland?
The median in Maryland is $77,670, so Baltimore pays 2% more.
Where does Baltimore rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
23 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Baltimore?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,310 or less a year; the top 10% make $90,450 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.