Physical Therapist Assistants pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for physical therapist assistants is $34.73 an hour ($72,230 a year). About 3,520 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($68,380). It is 11% higher than the Illinois median ($65,240).
Pay range for physical therapist assistants in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.00 | $41,600 |
| 25% of workers | $29.77 | $61,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.73 | $72,230 |
| 75% of workers | $36.47 | $75,870 |
| 90% of workers | $39.85 | $82,880 |
Physical Therapist Assistants pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $72,230 | 3,520 |
| Springfield | $66,390 | 70 |
| Decatur | $65,210 | 40 |
| Kankakee | $64,960 | 40 |
| Rockford | $64,040 | 90 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $61,430 | 80 |
| Peoria | $61,120 | 160 |
| Bloomington | $59,590 | 80 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $47,270 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,060 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $87,060 |
| Surgical Assistants | $80,210 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $67,840 |
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