Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Iowa
Physical Therapist Aides in Iowa earn a median salary of $33,494 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -3% vs the national median of $34,520. An estimated 180 physical therapist aides are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $27,700 to $36,550 depending on location.
$33,494
Avg median salary in Iowa
$36,550
Highest paying metro
$27,700
Lowest paying metro
180
Employed in Iowa
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Physical Therapist Aides salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Iowa | $36,550 | $29,170 | $44,010 | 30 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $36,180 | $36,110 | $41,050 | 30 |
| Northwest Iowa | $36,010 | $35,680 | $37,300 | 50 |
| Des Moines, IA | $31,030 | $26,000 | $42,780 | 40 |
| Iowa City, IA | $27,700 | $21,840 | $34,640 | 30 |