Physical Therapist Aides Salary in San Jose, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA

Median annual salary $44,070 +27.7% vs national
Median hourly $21.19
10th percentile $39,170
90th percentile $66,120
Employed locally 390
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,170
    25th
    $40,760
    50th (median)
    $44,070
    75th
    $45,380
    90th
    $66,120

    San Jose economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $157,444 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapist Aides salary vs area income 28% Median Physical Therapist Aides salary is 72% 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
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $44,600
    Chico, CA $42,800
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $41,430
    Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL $38,650
    Fresno, CA $37,660
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $37,560

    Related occupations in San Jose, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,920
    Medical Assistants $62,290
    Nursing Assistants $56,220
    Dental Assistants $64,600
    Massage Therapists $56,720
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $61,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Aides make per hour in San Jose?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in San Jose, CA is $21.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.67 or more per hour.

    Is San Jose above or below average for Physical Therapist Aides salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in San Jose, CA is 27.7% 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 San Jose?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $39,170 per year in San Jose, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,760.