Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $27,720 -19.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.33
10th percentile $25,580
90th percentile $37,850
Employed locally 50
National median $34,520

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,580
    25th
    $25,580
    50th (median)
    $27,720
    75th
    $35,020
    90th
    $37,850

    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

    Related occupations in Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $29,380
    Nursing Assistants $35,640
    Medical Assistants $36,420
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $34,650
    Dental Assistants $38,690
    Physical Therapist Assistants $59,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapist Aides make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapist Aides in Southeast Missouri is $13.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.34 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Physical Therapist Aides salaries?

    The median Physical Therapist Aides salary in Southeast Missouri is 19.7% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Physical Therapist Aides (10th percentile) earn around $25,580 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,580.