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physical therapy assistant Salary in california

Based on 102 active job postings in california  ·  Updated 2026

Min Salary
$50,000
per year
Average Salary
$65,000
per year
Max Salary
$80,000
per year
Jobs Found
102
active listings
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Open physical therapy assistant Jobs in california 102

Lifepoint Health San Diego, California
$48 Full Time
Lifepoint Health Escondido, California
$43.88 Full Time
Medical Solutions Allied Los Banos, California
$13 Full Time
Jackson Therapy Partners Larkspur, California
$13 Full Time
Aequor Allied Sonora, California
$11 Full Time
Prime Healthcare National City, California
Full Time
Advanced Home Health & Hospice, an Excelin Company San Diego, California
Full Time
TALENT Santa Monica, California
Full Time
United Health Group Torrance, California
Full Time
Powerback Rehab Los Angeles, California
Full Time

physical therapy assistant Salary FAQ

What is the average physical therapy assistant salary in california?
Based on 12000 recent job postings, the average annual salary for a physical therapy assistant in california is approximately $65,000, with a range of $50,000 – $80,000.
How do I negotiate my physical therapy assistant salary?
Research comparable roles in your area, document your accomplishments, and arrive at negotiations with data. Use total compensation (base + bonus + equity + benefits) as your benchmark, not just base pay.
What factors affect physical therapy assistant compensation in california?
Key factors include years of experience, technical certifications, company size (startup vs. enterprise), industry (tech vs. finance vs. healthcare), and whether the role is remote-first or on-site in a high cost-of-living metro.