Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Olympia, WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA

Median annual salary $35,950 +4.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.28
10th percentile $35,260
90th percentile $42,980
Employed locally 40
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,260
    25th
    $35,260
    50th (median)
    $35,950
    75th
    $37,630
    90th
    $42,980

    Olympia economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $93,985 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 38% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 62% 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
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $38,810
    Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $38,790
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $38,700
    Washington $37,730
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $37,010
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $36,870

    Related occupations in Olympia, WA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $44,440
    Nursing Assistants $46,900
    Medical Assistants $50,300
    Dental Assistants $47,880
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $39,760
    Massage Therapists $75,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Olympia, WA is $17.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Olympia, WA is 4.1% 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 Olympia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $35,260 per year in Olympia, WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,260.