How much does a physical therapist aide make in Baltimore?
$35,180a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area. That is $16.91 an hour or $2,932 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.91
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 70 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,550Median: $35,180Highest 10%: $39,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,550 | $15.17 | |
| 25th | $32,300 | $15.53 | |
| Median | $35,180 | $16.91 | |
| 75th | $36,540 | $17.57 | |
| 90th | $39,230 | $18.86 |
Other cities in Maryland
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Washington, DC | $34,780 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $32,240 |
Related jobs in Baltimore
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $82,620 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $79,250 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,820 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $51,440 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,510 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,410 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,790 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,450 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $44,230 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Baltimore?
The median hourly pay in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area is $16.91 ($35,180 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Baltimore than the national average?
Yes: $35,180 against $35,240 nationally, 0% more.
How does Baltimore compare with the rest of Maryland?
The median in Maryland is $34,780, so Baltimore pays 1% more.
Where does Baltimore rank for physical therapist aide pay?
70 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Baltimore?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,230 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.