How much does a physical therapist aide make in Rochester?
$35,200a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $16.92 an hour or $2,933 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.92
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 69 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,240Median: $35,200Highest 10%: $44,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| 25th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| Median | $35,200 | $16.92 | |
| 75th | $39,420 | $18.95 | |
| 90th | $44,290 | $21.29 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Buffalo, NY | $35,870 |
| New York, NY | $35,320 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $33,580 |
| Albany, NY | $32,240 |
| Syracuse, NY | $32,240 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $66,110 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,330 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $59,190 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,780 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,590 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,770 |
| Orderly | $44,260 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $43,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $41,710 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $16.92 ($35,200 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $35,200 against $35,240 nationally, 0% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $35,380, so Rochester pays 1% less.
Where does Rochester rank for physical therapist aide pay?
69 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $44,290 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.