Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Charleston, WV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Charleston, WV

Median annual salary $32,630 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $15.69
10th percentile $23,360
90th percentile $40,520
Employed locally 30
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,360
    25th
    $29,320
    50th (median)
    $32,630
    75th
    $39,730
    90th
    $40,520

    Charleston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,089 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 56% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 44% 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
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $32,430

    Related occupations in Charleston, WV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$27,310
    Nursing Assistants$34,880
    Medical Assistants$35,830
    Phlebotomists$39,660
    Dental Assistants$37,810
    Physical Therapist Assistants$62,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Charleston, WV is $15.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.48 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Charleston, WV is 5.5% 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 Charleston?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $23,360 per year in Charleston, WV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,320.