How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Columbus?
$69,480a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $33.40 an hour or $5,790 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.40
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 111 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 1,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,280Median: $69,480Highest 10%: $96,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,280 | $27.06 | |
| 25th | $59,720 | $28.71 | |
| Median | $69,480 | $33.40 | |
| 75th | $79,380 | $38.16 | |
| 90th | $96,250 | $46.27 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| Wheeling, WV | $65,280 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $65,170 |
| Dayton, OH | $64,930 |
| Springfield, OH | $64,860 |
| Cleveland, OH | $64,800 |
| Canton, OH | $63,820 |
| Toledo, OH | $63,450 |
| Akron, OH | $63,050 |
| Mansfield, OH | $60,940 |
| Sandusky, OH | $60,610 |
| Lima, OH | $60,420 |
| Huntington, WV | $59,930 |
| Youngstown, OH | $59,830 |
| Weirton, WV | $58,070 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,480 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,580 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,760 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,160 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,060 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,820 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,140 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,970 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,330 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $39,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $33.40 ($69,480 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $69,480 against $68,380 nationally, 2% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $63,820, so Columbus pays 9% more.
Where does Columbus rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
111 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $56,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,250 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.