Physical Therapist Aides pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for physical therapist aides is $14.06 an hour ($29,250 a year). About 750 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($35,240). Missouri ranks 41st of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapist aides in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.75 | $28,600 |
| 25% of workers | $13.75 | $28,600 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.06 | $29,250 |
| 75% of workers | $17.00 | $35,350 |
| 90% of workers | $18.82 | $39,140 |
Physical Therapist Aides pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $34,720 | 70 |
| St. Louis | $29,250 | 480 |
| Columbia | $29,130 | 40 |
| Kansas City | $25,280 | 280 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Medical Assistants | $40,440 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $45,840 |
| Occupational Therapists | $97,290 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $78,390 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $63,770 |
| Massage Therapists | $62,050 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $66,070 |
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