How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Massachusetts?
$79,460a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in Massachusetts. That is $38.20 an hour or $6,622 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.20
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,030Median: $79,460Highest 10%: $88,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| 25th | $67,060 | $32.24 | |
| Median | $79,460 | $38.20 | |
| 75th | $81,640 | $39.25 | |
| 90th | $88,280 | $42.44 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $80,430 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $79,790 |
| Worcester, MA | $76,900 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $76,380 |
| Springfield, MA | $73,930 |
| Providence, RI | $72,150 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $70,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical therapist assistants.
| 1. California | $83,110 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $79,460 |
| 3. New Jersey | $78,440 |
| 4. Texas | $78,000 |
| 5. Maryland | $77,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $38.20 ($79,460 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $79,460 against $68,380 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays physical therapist assistants the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $80,430 a year.
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.