Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $34,940 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $16.80
10th percentile $30,620
90th percentile $38,750
Employed locally 1,510
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,620
    25th
    $31,500
    50th (median)
    $34,940
    75th
    $37,330
    90th
    $38,750

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 41% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 59% 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
    Tucson, AZ $35,240
    Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ $31,750
    Lake Havasu City-Kingman, AZ $30,480
    Kalamazoo-Portage, MI $27,920

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,480
    Medical Assistants $46,090
    Nursing Assistants $42,690
    Dental Assistants $49,530
    Phlebotomists $42,830
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $46,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Phoenix, AZ is $16.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.19 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Phoenix, AZ is 1.2% 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $30,620 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,500.