How much does a physical therapist aide make in Richmond?
$33,860a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $16.28 an hour or $2,822 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.28
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 89 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,170Median: $33,860Highest 10%: $39,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,170 | $12.58 | |
| 25th | $26,850 | $12.91 | |
| Median | $33,860 | $16.28 | |
| 75th | $36,760 | $17.67 | |
| 90th | $39,510 | $19.00 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Washington, DC | $34,780 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $34,280 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $33,850 |
| Kingsport, TN | $29,730 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,760 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,640 |
| Massage Therapist | $57,730 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,760 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,640 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,370 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,020 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,720 |
| Orderly | $37,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $16.28 ($33,860 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Richmond than the national average?
No: $33,860 against $35,240 nationally, 4% less.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $33,390, so Richmond pays 1% more.
Where does Richmond rank for physical therapist aide pay?
89 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $26,170 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,510 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.