How much does a physical therapist assistant make in Springfield?
$61,420a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $29.53 an hour or $5,118 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.53
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among cities
- 263 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,020Median: $61,420Highest 10%: $76,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,020 | $23.57 | |
| 25th | $55,720 | $26.79 | |
| Median | $61,420 | $29.53 | |
| 75th | $73,000 | $35.10 | |
| 90th | $76,800 | $36.92 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for physical therapist assistants.
| St. Louis, MO | $65,820 |
| Kansas City, MO | $65,580 |
| Columbia, MO | $63,540 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $61,560 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $61,510 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $61,250 |
| Joplin, MO | $58,240 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $66,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $61,360 |
| Dental Assistant | $45,500 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $43,030 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $38,130 |
| Medical Assistant | $37,870 |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $35,950 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $34,720 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $34,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $29.53 ($61,420 a year).
Do physical therapist assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $61,420 against $68,380 nationally, 10% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $63,770, so Springfield pays 4% less.
Where does Springfield rank for physical therapist assistant pay?
263 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $76,800 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.