Physical Therapist Assistants pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for physical therapist assistants is $31.12 an hour ($64,720 a year). About 1,440 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($68,380). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($64,650).
Pay range for physical therapist assistants in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.39 | $36,160 |
| 25% of workers | $29.42 | $61,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.12 | $64,720 |
| 75% of workers | $37.41 | $77,820 |
| 90% of workers | $38.41 | $79,880 |
Physical Therapist Assistants pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff | $73,710 | 40 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $68,330 | 60 |
| Tucson | $65,220 | 260 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $64,720 | 1,440 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $62,670 | 60 |
| Yuma | $61,610 | 50 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical therapist assistants
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +23% over ten years, much faster than average · about 18,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,830 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,550 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $79,760 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,010 |
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