How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Phoenix?
$64,720a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $31.12 an hour or $5,393 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.12
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 176 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 1,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,160Median: $64,720Highest 10%: $79,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,160 | $17.38 | |
| 25th | $61,190 | $29.42 | |
| Median | $64,720 | $31.12 | |
| 75th | $77,820 | $37.41 | |
| 90th | $79,880 | $38.40 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| Prescott Valley, AZ | $68,330 |
| Tucson, AZ | $65,220 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | $62,670 |
| Yuma, AZ | $61,610 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,080 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,080 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,760 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,890 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,320 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,260 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $43,360 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $31.12 ($64,720 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Phoenix than the national average?
No: $64,720 against $68,380 nationally, 5% less.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $64,650, so Phoenix pays 0% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
176 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,880 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.