How much does a physical therapist aide make in Madison?
$39,420a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Madison, WI metro area. That is $18.95 an hour or $3,285 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.95
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,500Median: $39,420Highest 10%: $45,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,500 | $13.70 | |
| 25th | $34,290 | $16.49 | |
| Median | $39,420 | $18.95 | |
| 75th | $39,690 | $19.08 | |
| 90th | $45,450 | $21.85 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Minneapolis, MN | $42,230 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $38,810 |
Related jobs in Madison
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $63,380 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $54,870 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $50,310 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $50,120 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,930 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,600 |
| Massage Therapist | $49,080 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,750 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,740 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Madison?
The median hourly pay in the Madison, WI metro area is $18.95 ($39,420 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Madison than the national average?
Yes: $39,420 against $35,240 nationally, 12% more.
How does Madison compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $36,820, so Madison pays 7% more.
Where does Madison rank for physical therapist aide pay?
11 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Madison?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $45,450 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.