Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Gainesville, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Gainesville, FL

Median annual salary $36,830 +6.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.71
10th percentile $34,800
90th percentile $39,520
Employed locally 50
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,800
    25th
    $36,830
    50th (median)
    $36,830
    75th
    $36,830
    90th
    $39,520

    Gainesville economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,946 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 62% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 38% 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
    Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL $38,650
    Jacksonville, FL $36,110
    Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL $34,950
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $33,840
    Florida $33,520
    Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL $33,060

    Related occupations in Gainesville, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $41,030
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $32,080
    Medical Assistants $38,420
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $42,200
    Dental Assistants $45,860
    Phlebotomists $41,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Gainesville, FL is $17.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Gainesville, FL is 6.7% above 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 Gainesville?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $34,800 per year in Gainesville, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,830.