Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $35,860 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.24
10th percentile $35,760
90th percentile $61,430
Employed locally 50
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,760
    25th
    $35,760
    50th (median)
    $35,860
    75th
    $38,110
    90th
    $61,430

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 40% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 60% 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
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $57,670
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $44,600
    Arizona nonmetropolitan area $40,810
    Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area $39,560
    Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area $38,700
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $37,230

    Related occupations in Portland, ME

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $37,980
    Nursing Assistants $47,430
    Medical Assistants $47,530
    Dental Assistants $59,440
    Phlebotomists $40,940
    Massage Therapists $76,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Portland, ME is $17.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.36 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Portland, ME is 3.9% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $35,760 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,760.