How much does a physical therapist aide make in Seattle?
$46,460a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $22.34 an hour or $3,872 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.34
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,930Median: $46,460Highest 10%: $58,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,930 | $17.27 | |
| 25th | $39,030 | $18.76 | |
| Median | $46,460 | $22.34 | |
| 75th | $56,550 | $27.19 | |
| 90th | $58,100 | $27.93 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Portland, OR | $36,200 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $94,220 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $77,590 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,450 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $64,540 |
| Dental Assistant | $62,040 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $61,870 |
| Medical Assistant | $61,500 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $52,570 |
| Nursing Assistant | $51,990 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $22.34 ($46,460 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $46,460 against $35,240 nationally, 32% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $39,500, so Seattle pays 18% more.
Where does Seattle rank for physical therapist aide pay?
2 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,100 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.