How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Providence?
$72,150a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $34.69 an hour or $6,013 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.69
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 94 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,380Median: $72,150Highest 10%: $78,930
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,380 | $28.07 | |
| 25th | $63,070 | $30.32 | |
| Median | $72,150 | $34.69 | |
| 75th | $75,160 | $36.13 | |
| 90th | $78,930 | $37.95 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,930 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,020 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,430 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $43,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $34.69 ($72,150 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $72,150 against $68,380 nationally, 6% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $68,640, so Providence pays 5% more.
Where does Providence rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
94 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,930 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.