Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in California
Physical Therapist Assistants in California earn a median of $83,110 a year, +22% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +22% ($68,380)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,400
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,500; the top 10% earn over $102,800. Nationally the range is $47,750 to $89,510.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Occupational Therapy Aides$43,480 median in California
- Occupational Therapy Assistants$81,770 median in California
- Athletic Trainers$78,490 median in California
- Physical Therapists$124,190 median in California
- Physical Therapist Aides$38,330 median in California
- Registered Nurses$140,270 median in California
Physical Therapist Assistants pay in California
How much do physical therapist assistants make in California?
The median is $83,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,500 and the top 10% earn over $102,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for physical therapist assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+22% vs. the national median of $68,380). Living costs are not included.