How much does a physical therapist aide make in Buffalo?
$35,870a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY metro area. That is $17.25 an hour or $2,989 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.25
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 54 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,240Median: $35,870Highest 10%: $46,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| 25th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| Median | $35,870 | $17.25 | |
| 75th | $38,700 | $18.61 | |
| 90th | $46,220 | $22.22 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| New York, NY | $35,320 |
| Rochester, NY | $35,200 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $33,580 |
| Albany, NY | $32,240 |
| Syracuse, NY | $32,240 |
Related jobs in Buffalo
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $61,830 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $56,630 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $52,000 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $51,140 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $50,140 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,610 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,050 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,350 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,650 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Buffalo?
The median hourly pay in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY metro area is $17.25 ($35,870 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Buffalo than the national average?
Yes: $35,870 against $35,240 nationally, 2% more.
How does Buffalo compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $35,380, so Buffalo pays 1% more.
Where does Buffalo rank for physical therapist aide pay?
54 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Buffalo?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,220 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.