Physical Therapist Aides pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for physical therapist aides is $16.05 an hour ($33,390 a year). About 1,260 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($35,240). Virginia ranks 29th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapist aides in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.48 | $25,960 |
| 25% of workers | $13.20 | $27,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.05 | $33,390 |
| 75% of workers | $17.74 | $36,910 |
| 90% of workers | $20.45 | $42,530 |
Physical Therapist Aides pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $34,280 | 270 |
| Richmond | $33,860 | 250 |
| Charlottesville | $33,850 | 60 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $43,200 |
| Medical Assistants | $44,740 |
| Occupational Therapists | $100,710 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $48,320 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $73,760 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $82,910 |
| Massage Therapists | $62,220 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $74,960 |
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