Physical Therapist Assistant Salary in Idaho: $62,580 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Idaho's 16 metropolitan areas, the average median physical therapist assistant pay sits at $62,580/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 31-2021. Because Idaho sits at BEA RPP 95.3 (5% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $65,666 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Boise ($63,344), Nampa ($62,864), Twin Falls ($62,270).
The projected average median salary for physical therapist assistants in Idaho is $62,580 in 2026, which falls 10.9% below the national median of $70,247. Boise stands out as the highest paying city at $65,073, while Mountain Home offers the lowest salary at $59,193, creating a salary gap of $5,880 between the two locations. This difference can be attributed to various factors including cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and local competition for physical therapy services. Idaho's state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws also influence salary levels and job opportunities. The state has specific regulations that need to be followed to practice, which can impact the number of qualified professionals available in certain areas. Total employment for physical therapist assistants in Idaho is projected to be 593, with a strong growth rate of 2.73% annually, indicating an increasing demand for these professionals. The top five projected salaries in 2026 for cities such as Nampa at $64,580, Twin Falls at $63,970, Caldwell at $63,271, and Boise City at $63,025 align closely with the state's overall trends and reflect the healthcare needs of the growing population.
Idaho Physical Therapist Assistant Salary Range
Overall salary range in Idaho: $29,011 (lowest entry-level) to $87,576 (highest top earner)
Idaho vs National Average
Idaho physical therapist assistants earn 10.91% less than the national median ($-7,667/year difference).
Idaho Physical Therapist Assistant Salary Distribution (2026)
Physical Therapist Assistant salaries in Idaho range from $43,311 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $79,628 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $62,580. The Idaho median is $7,667 below the US national median of $70,247. The average hourly rate is $30.09/hr. Approximately 593 physical therapist assistants are employed across 16 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$55,438
2025 BLS Actual
$60,917
2026 Current Est.
$62,580
2019–2027 Growth
+16.0%
Salary Trajectory for Physical Therapist Assistants in Idaho (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.73% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $55,438 | Actual |
| 2020 | $45,734 | Actual |
| 2021 | $48,082 | Actual |
| 2022 | $55,927 | Actual |
| 2023 | $59,475 | Actual |
| 2024 | $58,438 | Actual |
| 2025 | $60,917 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $62,580 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $64,289 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Idaho metropolitan area, the median physical therapist assistant salary grew 9.9% from $55,438 (2019) to $60,917 (2025). At a 2.73% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $64,289 by 2027 — a total increase of $8,851 (15.97%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Idaho metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.73% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Idaho
Lowest Paying Cities in Idaho
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Mountain Home | $59,193 |
| Pocatello | $59,450 |
| Eagle | $59,782 |
| Idaho Falls | $60,292 |
| Post Falls | $60,342 |
Best Value Cities for Physical Therapist Assistants in Idaho
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Idaho cities offer the most purchasing power for physical therapist assistants.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Falls | $63,970 | 92.108 | $69,451 |
| Boise | $65,073 | 95.3 | $68,282 |
| Nampa | $64,580 | 95.3 | $67,765 |
| Pocatello | $59,450 | 88.906 | $66,868 |
| Caldwell | $63,271 | 95.3 | $66,391 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Idaho
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $43,311 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $62,580 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $79,628 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Idaho metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 16 Cities in Idaho
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boise | $65,073 |
| 2 | Nampa | $64,580 |
| 3 | Twin Falls | $63,970 |
| 4 | Caldwell | $63,271 |
| 5 | Boise City | $63,025 |
| 6 | Meridian | $63,013 |
| 7 | Coeur d'Alene | $62,778 |
| 8 | Rexburg | $62,189 |
| 9 | Moscow | $61,210 |
| 10 | Kuna | $60,712 |
| 11 | Lewiston | $60,371 |
| 12 | Post Falls | $60,342 |
| 13 | Idaho Falls | $60,292 |
| 14 | Eagle | $59,782 |
| 15 | Pocatello | $59,450 |
| 16 | Mountain Home | $59,193 |
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Written by Jordan Lee, DPT
Career Analyst
Jordan has 10 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy. They specialize in orthopedic rehabilitation. Jordan works in a private practice setting.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.73% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 physical therapist assistant compensation across Idaho. State averages are employment-weighted across 16 metro areas — larger metro areas with more physical therapist assistantscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.73%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for physical therapist assistants (SOC 31-2021).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, DPT, a licensed physical therapist assistant with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov