Physical Therapist Aides pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for physical therapist aides is $10.80 an hour ($22,460 a year). About 1,380 people work in this job there.
That is 36% lower than the U.S. median ($35,240). Louisiana ranks 50th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapist aides in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $9.37 | $19,490 |
| 25% of workers | $10.12 | $21,050 |
| Half of workers (median) | $10.80 | $22,460 |
| 75% of workers | $13.45 | $27,980 |
| 90% of workers | $14.46 | $30,070 |
Physical Therapist Aides pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $26,410 | 270 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $24,590 | 90 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $23,010 | 90 |
| Monroe | $22,170 | 70 |
| Lafayette | $22,150 | 100 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $22,120 | 80 |
| Baton Rouge | $21,910 | 320 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $30,510 |
| Medical Assistants | $36,320 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $75,240 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $31,440 |
| Occupational Therapists | $98,490 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $65,370 |
| Massage Therapists | $36,480 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,090 |
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