Physical Therapist Aides pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for physical therapist aides is $13.12 an hour ($27,290 a year). About 750 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($35,240). Alabama ranks 48th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapist aides in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $10.17 | $21,160 |
| 25% of workers | $11.30 | $23,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $13.12 | $27,290 |
| 75% of workers | $14.95 | $31,100 |
| 90% of workers | $16.23 | $33,770 |
Physical Therapist Aides pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa | $31,900 | 70 |
| Montgomery | $26,800 | 50 |
| Birmingham | $26,530 | 230 |
| Huntsville | $26,440 | 100 |
| Mobile | $25,690 | 40 |
| Dothan | $25,360 | 40 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical therapist aides
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $34,140 |
| Medical Assistants | $36,100 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $36,680 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,430 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $66,150 |
| Occupational Therapists | $94,050 |
| Psychiatric Aides | $27,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $62,250 |
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