Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Jackson, MS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Jackson, MS

Median annual salary $29,730 -13.9% vs national
Median hourly $14.30
10th percentile $22,280
90th percentile $41,660
Employed locally 40
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,280
    25th
    $24,300
    50th (median)
    $29,730
    75th
    $29,800
    90th
    $41,660

    Jackson economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $60,489 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 49% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 51% 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
    Memphis, TN-MS-AR $31,200
    Gulfport-Biloxi, MS $24,850

    Related occupations in Jackson, MS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $25,260
    Nursing Assistants $31,150
    Psychiatric Aides $30,660
    Medical Assistants $36,390
    Dental Assistants $46,700
    Phlebotomists $37,180

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Jackson, MS is $14.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Jackson, MS is 13.9% 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 Jackson?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $22,280 per year in Jackson, MS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,300.