Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Boulder, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Boulder, CO

Median annual salary $33,260 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $15.99
10th percentile $30,600
90th percentile $46,240
Employed locally 40
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,600
    25th
    $30,600
    50th (median)
    $33,260
    75th
    $42,350
    90th
    $46,240

    Boulder economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $102,772 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 32% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 68% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Physical Therapist Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $57,670
    Barnstable Town, MA $47,290
    Abilene, TX $46,790
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $44,600
    Urban Honolulu, HI $44,430
    Minnesota $44,340

    Nearby metros — Physical Therapist Aides salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $44,600
    Chico, CA $42,800
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $41,430
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $41,180
    Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area $39,560
    Fort Collins-Loveland, CO $39,090

    Related occupations in Boulder, CO

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $42,360
    Nursing Assistants $49,390
    Medical Assistants $48,740
    Dental Assistants $48,400
    Massage Therapists $75,570
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $43,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Aides make per hour in Boulder?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Boulder, CO is $15.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.13 or more per hour.

    Is Boulder above or below average for Physical Therapist Aides salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Boulder, CO is 3.7% below the national median of $34,520. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physical Therapist Aides in Boulder?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $30,600 per year in Boulder, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,600.