Physical Therapist Assistants pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for physical therapist assistants is $38.20 an hour ($79,460 a year). About 2,640 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($68,380). Massachusetts ranks 2nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapist assistants in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.82 | $62,030 |
| 25% of workers | $32.24 | $67,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.20 | $79,460 |
| 75% of workers | $39.25 | $81,640 |
| 90% of workers | $42.44 | $88,280 |
Physical Therapist Assistants pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $80,430 | 1,860 |
| Barnstable Town | $79,790 | 90 |
| Worcester | $76,900 | 310 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $76,380 | 40 |
| Springfield | $73,930 | 180 |
| Pittsfield | $70,140 | 50 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $49,460 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $52,000 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $102,170 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $75,040 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $37,440 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $45,300 |
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