Physical Therapist Aides pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for physical therapist aides is $16.83 an hour ($35,010 a year). About 1,070 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($35,240). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($35,260).
Pay range for physical therapist aides in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.42 | $32,070 |
| 25% of workers | $16.50 | $34,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.83 | $35,010 |
| 75% of workers | $18.53 | $38,550 |
| 90% of workers | $21.19 | $44,080 |
Physical Therapist Aides pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson | $36,550 | 110 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $35,010 | 1,070 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $33,600 | 30 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,830 |
| Nursing Assistants | $45,290 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,550 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $79,760 |
| Occupational Therapists | $105,060 |
| Massage Therapists | $63,080 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,720 |
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