What are the main factors that influence a Pt Aide's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Pt Aide?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Pt Aide roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pt Aide's salary?

A Pt Aide's salary grows with experience: a Behavioral Home Care Aide (0-0 years)earns $37,354, a Pt Aide (0-1 years)earns $33,706, a Home Care Aide II (1-3 years)earns $40,523, a Home Care Aide III (3-5 years)earns $45,227, a Home Care Aide Coordinator (5+ years)earns $45,285,

What are the highest paying states for a Pt Aide?

Pt Aide salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pt Aide roles are District of Columbia $36,590, California $36,451, Massachusetts $35,965. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pt Aide roles make?

Salaries for Pt Aide level roles vary by specialization: PT Sales Manager: $124,367; PT Sales Supervisor: $110,795; PT: $106,102; Physical Therapist (PT): $106,101; PT Supervisor: $105,441.

Pt Aide Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pt Aide make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pt Aide in Delaware is $33,467 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Pt Aide's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,013
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,027 to $35,323
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,896

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Pt Aide Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,323	$2,944	$679	$17
Average	$33,467	$2,789	$644	$16
25th Percentile	$30,027	$2,502	$577	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Pt Aide Salaries

A Pt Aide's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Pt Aide Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pt Aide's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,354
Early Career (1-2 years): $33,706
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,523
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,227
Expert (over 8 years): $45,285

Levels	Salary
Behaviora... Level Pt Aide	$37,354
Pt Aide Level Pt Aide	$33,706
Home Care... Level Pt Aide	$40,523
Home Care... Level Pt Aide	$45,227
Home Care... Level Pt Aide	$45,285

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How Do Pt Aide Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pt Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $36,590.
California: $36,451.
Massachusetts: $35,965.

District of Columbia $36,590 California $36,451 Massachusetts $35,965 Washington $35,833 New Jersey $35,820 Alaska $35,774 Connecticut $35,318 New York $35,133

Hawaii $34,541 Rhode Island $34,264 Maryland $34,075 Minnesota $33,817 Colorado $33,718 Illinois $33,685 Oregon $33,560 Delaware $33,467

New Hampshire $33,409 Virginia $33,279 Pennsylvania $32,899 Nevada $32,707 North Dakota $32,644 Michigan $32,545 Wisconsin $32,509 Vermont $32,436

Texas $32,234 Maine $32,221 Arizona $32,201 Ohio $32,178 Georgia $31,874 Indiana $31,722 Wyoming $31,692 Utah $31,646

Iowa $31,626 Kansas $31,468 Louisiana $31,421 North Carolina $31,405 Missouri $31,398 Florida $31,269 Montana $31,200 Nebraska $31,134

Kentucky $31,098 South Carolina $30,965 Tennessee $30,883 Idaho $30,850 New Mexico $30,609 Oklahoma $30,556 Alabama $30,361 South Dakota $30,033

Arkansas $29,855 West Virginia $29,759 Mississippi $29,472

Top Paying Cities for Pt Aides

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $33,316
Little Creek: $33,560
Magnolia: $33,512

Lincoln, DE $33,316 Little Creek, DE $33,560 Magnolia, DE $33,512 Milford, DE $33,401 Marydel, DE $33,456 Millsboro, DE $33,177 Millville, DE $33,228 Milton, DE $33,285

Nassau, DE $33,309 Ocean View, DE $33,222 Rehoboth Beach, DE $33,286 Seaford, DE $33,305 Selbyville, DE $33,167 Smyrna, DE $33,583 Viola, DE $33,429 Woodside, DE $33,519

Bear, DE $33,441 Newark, DE $33,429 Claymont, DE $33,497 Delaware City, DE $33,462 Hockessin, DE $33,426 Kirkwood, DE $33,456 Middletown, DE $33,469 Montchanin, DE $33,433

New Castle, DE $33,438 Odessa, DE $33,485 Port Penn, DE $33,508 Rockland, DE $33,437 Saint Georges, DE $33,458 Townsend, DE $33,510 Winterthur, DE $33,441 Lewes, DE $33,298

Wilmington, DE $33,427 Dover, DE $33,560 Dover Afb, DE $33,383 Bethany Beach, DE $33,187 Bethel, DE $33,222 Bridgeville, DE $33,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $33,466 Cheswold, DE $33,549

Clayton, DE $33,550 Dagsboro, DE $33,164 Delmar, DE $33,111 Ellendale, DE $33,211 Felton, DE $33,398 Fenwick Island, DE $33,171 Frankford, DE $33,113 Frederica, DE $33,431

Georgetown, DE $33,151 Greenwood, DE $33,305 Harbeson, DE $33,187 Harrington, DE $33,356 Hartly, DE $33,460 Houston, DE $33,308 Kenton, DE $33,552 Laurel, DE $33,132

Yorklyn, DE $33,436

Pt Aide Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pt Aide roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Pt Aide positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Pt Aide as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Pt Aide

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$40,161	$19.0	20%

Pt Aide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pt Aide's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$30,027

Average $33,467/year

$35,323

$2,502

Average $2,789/month

$2,944

$577

Average $644/week

$679

$14

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$35,323	$2,944	$679	$17
Average	$33,467	$2,789	$644	$16
25th Percentile	$30,027	$2,502	$577	$14

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