What are the main factors that influence a Therapy Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Therapy Assistant's salary?

A Therapy Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (0-0 years)earns $62,931, a Therapy Assistant (0-1 years)earns $35,841, a Physical Therapy Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $103,552, a Physical Therapy Manager (5+ years)earns $122,214, a Physical Therapy Director (5+ years)earns $146,614,

What are the highest paying states for a Therapy Assistant?

Therapy Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Therapy Assistant roles are District of Columbia $39,852, California $39,701, Massachusetts $39,172. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Therapy Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Therapy Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Chiropractic Therapy Assistant: $215,535; Respiratory Therapy Assistant: $74,050; Autism Therapy Assistant: $70,766; Recreational Therapy Assistant: $67,523; Activity Therapy Assistant: $66,747.

Therapy Assistant Salary in Nevada

How much does a Therapy Assistant make in Nevada?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Therapy Assistant in Nevada is $35,623 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Therapy Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,179
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,487 to $40,102
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,632

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Therapy Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,102	$3,342	$771	$19
Average	$35,623	$2,969	$685	$17
25th Percentile	$32,487	$2,707	$625	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Therapy Assistant Salaries

A Therapy 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Therapy Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Therapy 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): $62,931
Early Career (1-2 years): $35,841
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,552
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,214
Expert (over 8 years): $146,614

Levels	Salary
Licensed ... Level Therapy Assistant	$62,931
Therapy A... Level Therapy Assistant	$35,841
Physical ... Level Therapy Assistant	$103,552
Physical ... Level Therapy Assistant	$122,214
Physical ... Level Therapy Assistant	$146,614

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How Do Therapy Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Therapy Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,852.
California: $39,701.
Massachusetts: $39,172.

District of Columbia $39,852 California $39,701 Massachusetts $39,172 Washington $39,028 New Jersey $39,014 Alaska $38,963 Connecticut $38,466 New York $38,265

Hawaii $37,621 Rhode Island $37,318 Maryland $37,113 Minnesota $36,832 Colorado $36,724 Illinois $36,688 Oregon $36,552 Delaware $36,451

New Hampshire $36,387 Virginia $36,246 Pennsylvania $35,832 Nevada $35,623 North Dakota $35,555 Michigan $35,447 Wisconsin $35,407 Vermont $35,328

Texas $35,108 Maine $35,094 Arizona $35,072 Ohio $35,047 Georgia $34,716 Indiana $34,550 Wyoming $34,518 Utah $34,468

Iowa $34,446 Kansas $34,273 Louisiana $34,223 North Carolina $34,205 Missouri $34,198 Florida $34,057 Montana $33,982 Nebraska $33,910

Kentucky $33,870 South Carolina $33,726 Tennessee $33,636 Idaho $33,600 New Mexico $33,337 Oklahoma $33,280 Alabama $33,067 South Dakota $32,711

Arkansas $32,517 West Virginia $32,412 Mississippi $32,099

Top Paying Cities for Therapy 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:

The Lakes: $34,975
Alamo: $35,992
Henderson: $34,982

The Lakes, NV $34,975 Alamo, NV $35,992 Henderson, NV $34,982 Beatty, NV $36,034 Blue Diamond, NV $35,023 Boulder City, NV $35,067 Bunkerville, NV $35,803 Caliente, NV $35,878

Dyer, NV $36,002 Goldfield, NV $35,986 Hiko, NV $35,915 Indian Springs, NV $35,466 Jean, NV $35,294 Amargosa Valley, NV $36,025 Logandale, NV $35,767 Manhattan, NV $36,048

Mercury, NV $35,922 Mesquite, NV $36,010 Moapa, NV $35,484 Laughlin, NV $35,867 North Las Vegas, NV $34,975 Coyote Springs, NV $35,731 Cal Nev Ari, NV $35,714 Overton, NV $35,385

Pahrump, NV $35,779 Panaca, NV $35,841 Pioche, NV $35,846 Round Mountain, NV $36,000 Searchlight, NV $35,547 Silverpeak, NV $36,112 Tonopah, NV $35,998 Sloan, NV $34,995

Las Vegas, NV $34,975 Nellis Afb, NV $34,975 Ely, NV $35,990 Austin, NV $35,969 Baker, NV $35,836 Duckwater, NV $36,018 Eureka, NV $35,989 Lund, NV $35,987

Mc Gill, NV $36,039 Ruth, NV $36,118 Crystal Bay, NV $36,463 Dayton, NV $36,007 Denio, NV $35,902 Empire, NV $35,993 Fallon, NV $36,056 Fernley, NV $36,082

Gabbs, NV $36,001 Gardnerville, NV $36,088 Genoa, NV $36,025 Gerlach, NV $36,009 Glenbrook, NV $36,060 Golconda, NV $35,983 Hawthorne, NV $36,059 Imlay, NV $36,007

Lovelock, NV $36,055 Luning, NV $36,065 Mc Dermitt, NV $35,883 Mina, NV $35,993 Minden, NV $35,997 Nixon, NV $36,007 Orovada, NV $35,930 Paradise Valley, NV $35,975

Schurz, NV $36,022 Silver City, NV $35,943 Silver Springs, NV $36,071 Smith, NV $36,049 Sparks, NV $36,066 Sun Valley, NV $36,067 Valmy, NV $36,051 Verdi, NV $36,124

Virginia City, NV $35,963 Wadsworth, NV $36,052 Wellington, NV $36,054 Winnemucca, NV $36,027 Yerington, NV $36,042 Zephyr Cove, NV $36,097 Stateline, NV $36,112 Incline Village, NV $36,165

Reno, NV $36,066 Carson City, NV $35,907 Washoe Valley, NV $35,935 Elko, NV $36,067 Spring Creek, NV $36,069 Battle Mountain, NV $36,019 Crescent Valley, NV $36,006 Carlin, NV $36,046

Deeth, NV $35,992 Halleck, NV $35,992 Jackpot, NV $35,699 Jarbidge, NV $35,778 Lamoille, NV $36,013 Montello, NV $35,777 Mountain City, NV $35,880 Owyhee, NV $35,783

Ruby Valley, NV $35,978 Tuscarora, NV $35,952 Wells, NV $35,948 West Wendover, NV $35,980

Therapy Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Therapy 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$32,487

Average $35,623/year

$40,102

$2,707

Average $2,969/month

$3,342

$625

Average $685/week

$771

$16

Average $17/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,102	$3,342	$771	$19
Average	$35,623	$2,969	$685	$17
25th Percentile	$32,487	$2,707	$625	$16

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