Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $29,430 -14.7% vs national
Median hourly $14.15
10th percentile $27,680
90th percentile $37,700
Employed locally 150
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,680
    25th
    $28,360
    50th (median)
    $29,430
    75th
    $35,150
    90th
    $37,700

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 35% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 65% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $41,180
    Jacksonville, FL $36,110
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $35,740
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $31,980
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $29,810

    Related occupations in Reno, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,280
    Nursing Assistants $46,500
    Medical Assistants $45,680
    Dental Assistants $55,470
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $37,130
    Massage Therapists $47,690

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Reno, NV is $14.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.82 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Reno, NV is 14.7% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $27,680 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,360.