How much does a physical therapist aide make in Chicago?
$36,730a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $17.66 an hour or $3,061 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.66
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,570Median: $36,730Highest 10%: $48,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,570 | $16.14 | |
| 25th | $35,320 | $16.98 | |
| Median | $36,730 | $17.66 | |
| 75th | $38,090 | $18.31 | |
| 90th | $48,360 | $23.25 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| St. Louis, MO | $29,250 |
Related jobs in Chicago
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,230 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,840 |
| Massage Therapist | $61,200 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,950 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $48,670 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,630 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,440 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,270 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,190 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $17.66 ($36,730 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $36,730 against $35,240 nationally, 4% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $36,650, so Chicago pays 0% more.
Where does Chicago rank for physical therapist aide pay?
41 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,360 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.