How much does a physical therapist aide make in Milwaukee?
$38,810a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area. That is $18.66 an hour or $3,234 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.66
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,080Median: $38,810Highest 10%: $47,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,080 | $13.50 | |
| 25th | $32,940 | $15.84 | |
| Median | $38,810 | $18.66 | |
| 75th | $44,980 | $21.63 | |
| 90th | $47,400 | $22.79 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Minneapolis, MN | $42,230 |
| Madison, WI | $39,420 |
Related jobs in Milwaukee
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,630 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,440 |
| Massage Therapist | $56,350 |
| Medical Transcriptionist | $49,780 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,590 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,800 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,140 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,000 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,310 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Milwaukee?
The median hourly pay in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area is $18.66 ($38,810 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Milwaukee than the national average?
Yes: $38,810 against $35,240 nationally, 10% more.
How does Milwaukee compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $36,820, so Milwaukee pays 5% more.
Where does Milwaukee rank for physical therapist aide pay?
15 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Milwaukee?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,080 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,400 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.