How much does a physical therapist aide make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $16.72 an hour or $2,898 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.72
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among cities
- 75 of 182
- Jobs in the area
- 700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,980 | $13.93 | |
| 25th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| Median | $34,780 | $16.72 | |
| 75th | $38,820 | $18.66 | |
| 90th | $42,050 | $20.22 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for physical therapist aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $16.72 ($34,780 a year).
Do physical therapist aides make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $34,780 against $35,240 nationally, 1% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $38,950, so Washington pays 11% less.
Where does Washington rank for physical therapist aide pay?
75 of 182 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist aide make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $28,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $42,050 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.