Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant in the United States is $101,565 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,842
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,888 to $111,132
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,166
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Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $111,132 $9,261 $2,137 $53
Average $101,565 $8,464 $1,953 $49
25th Percentile $90,888 $7,574 $1,748 $44
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Alpenglow Physical Therapy - BILLINGS, MT

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Auburn Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy - GRASS VALLEY, CA

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Key Factors That Influence Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Salaries

An Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $88,954
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $103,790
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,732
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,918
  • Expert (over 8 years): $123,779
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Physical ... Level Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant$88,954
Outpatien... Level Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant$103,790
Physical ... Level Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant$119,732
Physical ... Level Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant$104,918
Physical ... Level Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant$123,779
$88,954 0 yr
$103,790 < 2 yrs
$119,732 2-4 yrs
$104,918 5-8 yrs
$123,779 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $128,104
  • San Francisco: $126,845
  • Oakland: $124,031

What Skills Can Increase an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 6.47% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 2.4% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • HIPAA (Mentioned in 1.82% Job Postings): The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 is a federal law that required the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient's consent or knowledge.
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Commitment 6.47%
CPR 2.4%
HIPAA 1.82%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's salary.
  • Alignment: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Environmental Safety: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Management Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Alignment
 $110,706
9%
Environmental Safety
 $109,690
8%
Management Skills
 $108,675
7%
Clinical Leadership
 $107,659
6%
Quality Improvement
 $106,643
5%
Written Communication
 $105,628
4%
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How Education impacts an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistants enter the field with a Master's Degree or MBA degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant with a Master's Degree or MBA is between $99,941 and $104,693).

Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 1.2%
Associates 1.4%
Bachelors 16.6%
Masters 55.5%
Doctorate 25.1%
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Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$90,888
Average $101,565/year
$111,132
$7,574
Average $8,464/month
$9,261
$1,748
Average $1,953/week
$2,137
$44
Average $49/hour
$53
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $111,132 $9,261 $2,137 $53
Average $101,565 $8,464 $1,953 $49
25th Percentile $90,888 $7,574 $1,748 $44

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Salary Trends for Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Salaries for an Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $72,150 in 2023 to around $70,141 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant Over Time

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$72,150
2024
$71,268
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$70,141
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2023 $72,150
2024 $71,268
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