Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in New Jersey
Physical Therapist Assistants in New Jersey earn a median of $78,440 a year, +15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,440
- vs. U.S. median
- +15% ($68,380)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,810
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,620; the top 10% earn over $90,090. Nationally the range is $47,750 to $89,510.
States ranked near New Jersey
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Physical Therapist Assistants pay in New Jersey
How much do physical therapist assistants make in New Jersey?
The median is $78,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,620 and the top 10% earn over $90,090. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for physical therapist assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+15% vs. the national median of $68,380). Living costs are not included.