How much does a physical therapist aide make in Salem?
$35,430a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $17.03 an hour or $2,953 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.03
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 63 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,260Median: $35,430Highest 10%: $39,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,260 | $15.03 | |
| 25th | $34,030 | $16.36 | |
| Median | $35,430 | $17.03 | |
| 75th | $35,760 | $17.19 | |
| 90th | $39,970 | $19.22 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Portland, OR | $36,200 |
| Bend, OR | $35,730 |
| Medford, OR | $34,870 |
| Eugene, OR | $34,160 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $96,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,090 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,210 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $51,590 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $50,580 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,240 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,840 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,160 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $17.03 ($35,430 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $35,430 against $35,240 nationally, 1% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $36,060, so Salem pays 2% less.
Where does Salem rank for physical therapist aide pay?
63 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $39,970 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.