How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Springfield?
$66,390a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $31.92 an hour or $5,533 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.92
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 140 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,140Median: $66,390Highest 10%: $97,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,140 | $23.63 | |
| 25th | $59,830 | $28.76 | |
| Median | $66,390 | $31.92 | |
| 75th | $77,630 | $37.32 | |
| 90th | $97,590 | $46.92 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| Chicago, IL | $72,230 |
| St. Louis, MO | $65,820 |
| Rockford, IL | $64,040 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $61,560 |
| Champaign, IL | $61,430 |
| Davenport, IA | $61,130 |
| Peoria, IL | $61,120 |
| Bloomington, IL | $59,590 |
| Paducah, KY | $58,720 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $61,280 |
| Dental Assistant | $45,390 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,140 |
| Phlebotomist | $41,420 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,070 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $39,780 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $38,050 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $37,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $31.92 ($66,390 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $66,390 against $68,380 nationally, 3% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $65,240, so Springfield pays 2% more.
Where does Springfield rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
140 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,590 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.