How much does a physical therapist aide make in Denver?
$42,520a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $20.44 an hour or $3,543 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.44
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,940Median: $42,520Highest 10%: $57,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,940 | $16.80 | |
| 25th | $40,280 | $19.37 | |
| Median | $42,520 | $20.44 | |
| 75th | $48,150 | $23.15 | |
| 90th | $57,180 | $27.49 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $31,520 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,980 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,320 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,490 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,700 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,070 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,730 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,490 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $20.44 ($42,520 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $42,520 against $35,240 nationally, 21% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $41,970, so Denver pays 1% more.
Where does Denver rank for physical therapist aide pay?
5 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,940 or less a year; the top 10% make $57,180 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.