How much does a physical therapist aide make in Detroit?
$28,570a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro area. That is $13.74 an hour or $2,381 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.74
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among cities
- 143 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,070Median: $28,570Highest 10%: $37,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,070 | $13.01 | |
| 25th | $27,810 | $13.37 | |
| Median | $28,570 | $13.74 | |
| 75th | $34,410 | $16.54 | |
| 90th | $37,710 | $18.13 |
Other cities in Michigan
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $33,790 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $31,730 |
| Lansing, MI | $28,520 |
| Traverse City, MI | $27,370 |
| Flint, MI | $27,100 |
Related jobs in Detroit
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $70,960 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,220 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $60,900 |
| Dental Assistant | $50,110 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,570 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $45,410 |
| Phlebotomist | $43,180 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,900 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $39,550 |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Detroit?
The median hourly pay in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro area is $13.74 ($28,570 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Detroit than the national average?
No: $28,570 against $35,240 nationally, 19% less.
How does Detroit compare with the rest of Michigan?
The median in Michigan is $29,350, so Detroit pays 3% less.
Where does Detroit rank for physical therapist aide pay?
143 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Detroit?
The lowest-paid 10% make $27,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $37,710 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.