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Physical therapist assistant salary in St. Louis, MO

How much does a Physical Therapist Assistant make in St. Louis, MO?

Average base salary

$32.08
same
as national average
Average $32.08
Low $21.16
High $48.66
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a physical therapist assistant is $32.08 per hour in St. Louis, MO. 39 salaries reported, updated at May 24, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in St. Louis, MO

Years of experiencePer hour
Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
6 to 9 years
More than 10 years
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Top companies for Physical Therapist Assistants in St. Louis, MO

  1. Astrya Global
    4.8
    11 reviews148 salaries reported
    $52.06per hour
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Highest paying cities for Physical Therapist Assistants near St. Louis, MO

  1. Springfield, MO
    $34.27 per hour
    7 salaries reported
  2. St. Louis, MO
    $32.08 per hour
    39 salaries reported
  3. O'Fallon, MO
    $30.88 per hour
    7 salaries reported
  1. Florissant, MO
    $30.53 per hour
    8 salaries reported
  2. El Dorado Springs, MO
    $30.20 per hour
    7 salaries reported
  3. Osage Beach, MO
    $29.84 per hour
    10 salaries reported
  1. Kansas City, MO
    $28.54 per hour
    18 salaries reported
  2. Saint Joseph, MO
    $28.20 per hour
    15 salaries reported
  3. Cape Girardeau, MO
    $24.69 per hour
    5 salaries reported
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Where can a Physical Therapist Assistant earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Physical Therapist Assistants

Most recommended certification

CPR Certification

(earn +14.61% more)

The jobs requiring this certification have decrease by 18.34% since 2018. Physical Therapist Assistants with this certification earn +14.61% more than the average base salary, which is $32.08 per hour.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this certificationChange from previous year
201218775increase by 18775
201339800increase by 111.98%
201454658increase by 37.33%
201556633increase by 3.61%
201632691decrease by 42.28%
201718472decrease by 43.50%
201815739decrease by 14.80%
201912853decrease by 18.34%

Top companies hiring Physical Therapist Assistants with the recommended certification

SSM Health
The Westchester House
CenterWell
Magna Care Services LLC
Bethesda Health Group
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Top schools offering CPR Certification

FIRST ON SCENE CPR, LLC

3 reviews

Apollonia Professional Development

Top skills
Public Speaking
+92.92%salary
Top specialties
Home Health
+38.45%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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Most common benefits for Physical Therapist Assistants

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Commuter assistance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Housing stipend
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Pet insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 3,003 ratings

64% of Physical Therapist Assistants in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in St. Louis, MO?

PT Assistant

116 job openings

Average $34,216 per year

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

55 job openings

Average $29.14 per hour

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Common questions about salaries for a Physical Therapist Assistant

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