How much does a physical therapist aide make in Jackson?
$28,980a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $13.93 an hour or $2,415 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.93
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among cities
- 138 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,070Median: $28,980Highest 10%: $34,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,070 | $11.57 | |
| 25th | $26,850 | $12.91 | |
| Median | $28,980 | $13.93 | |
| 75th | $30,680 | $14.75 | |
| 90th | $34,060 | $16.38 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Memphis, TN | $32,780 |
| Gulfport, MS | $27,370 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $63,540 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $46,910 |
| Massage Therapist | $45,090 |
| Phlebotomist | $38,280 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $37,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $37,190 |
| Medical Assistant | $36,020 |
| Nursing Assistant | $32,040 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $31,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $13.93 ($28,980 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $28,980 against $35,240 nationally, 18% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $27,370, so Jackson pays 6% more.
Where does Jackson rank for physical therapist aide pay?
138 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $24,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $34,060 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.