How much does a physical therapist aide make in Phoenix?
$35,010a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $16.83 an hour or $2,918 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.83
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 1,070
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,070Median: $35,010Highest 10%: $44,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,070 | $15.42 | |
| 25th | $34,320 | $16.50 | |
| Median | $35,010 | $16.83 | |
| 75th | $38,550 | $18.53 | |
| 90th | $44,080 | $21.19 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Tucson, AZ | $36,550 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,720 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,080 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,760 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,890 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,320 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,260 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,290 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $43,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $16.83 ($35,010 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Phoenix than the national average?
No: $35,010 against $35,240 nationally, 1% less.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $35,260, so Phoenix pays 1% less.
Where does Phoenix rank for physical therapist aide pay?
71 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $44,080 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.