How much does a physical therapist aide make in Tucson?
$36,550a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $17.57 an hour or $3,046 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.57
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 43 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,300Median: $36,550Highest 10%: $50,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,300 | $15.05 | |
| 25th | $33,650 | $16.18 | |
| Median | $36,550 | $17.57 | |
| 75th | $44,310 | $21.30 | |
| 90th | $50,490 | $24.27 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| Phoenix, AZ | $35,010 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $71,480 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,220 |
| Massage Therapist | $58,610 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $53,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,510 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,200 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $44,610 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,380 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,560 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $17.57 ($36,550 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Tucson than the national average?
Yes: $36,550 against $35,240 nationally, 4% more.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $35,260, so Tucson pays 4% more.
Where does Tucson rank for physical therapist aide pay?
43 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $50,490 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.