SOC 31-2021 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Physical Therapist Assistants — South Central Wisconsin
South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area · 10 metro areas compared
In South Central Wisconsin, WI the median wage is $61,440.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
In South Central Wisconsin, WI the median wage is $61,440. That is 10.1% lower than the national median of $68,380. Pay ranges from under $47,470 at the tenth percentile to more than $74,640 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $52,620 to $71,490.
Employment stands at 110, or 0.5 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Janesville records the highest median at $69,900. Of the 421 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 173rd.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,470 | −30.6% |
| 25th | $52,620 | −23.0% |
| Median (50th) | $61,440 | −10.1% |
| 75th | $71,490 | +4.5% |
| 90th | $74,640 | +9.2% |
| Mean | $62,280 | −8.9% |
Other metro areas in Wisconsin
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Janesville | $69,900 | 50 | |
| 2 | Milwaukee | $65,630 | 480 | |
| 3 | Kenosha | $64,940 | 50 | |
| 4 | Appleton | $64,240 | 50 | |
| 5 | Green Bay | $63,590 | 100 | |
| 6 | Madison | $63,380 | 180 | |
| 7 | La Crosse | $63,180 | 80 | |
| 8 | Oshkosh | $61,270 | 40 | |
| 9 | Wausau | $60,250 | 40 | |
| 10 | Eau Claire | $60,210 | 50 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in South Central Wisconsin run 5.9% below the national average, so the median of $61,440 goes as far as $65,292 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 4.5% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$61,440as reported by BLSLocal price level
94.1US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$65,292US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $61,440 a year, 10.1% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $47,470 to $74,640 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 110 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Janesville, at $69,900.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Physical Therapist Assistants in South Central Wisconsin, WI?
The median annual wage is $61,440, or $29.54 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $68,380, so pay in South Central Wisconsin, WI is 10.1% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in South Central Wisconsin, WI earns more than $74,640 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $47,470 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Janesville, at $69,900 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 110 jobs in this occupation in South Central Wisconsin, WI. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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