Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Salary in the United States

How much does a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide in the United States is $37,763 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,182
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,360 to $41,123
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,172
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Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,123 $3,427 $791 $20
Average $37,763 $3,147 $726 $18
25th Percentile $35,360 $2,947 $680 $17
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Lincoln Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, LLC - GEORGETOWN, TX

Physical Therapist

Abilene Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab - ABILENE, KS

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Key Factors That Influence Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Salaries

A Physical Therapy Rehab 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physical Therapy Rehab 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): $36,915
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $37,763
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,789
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,085
  • Expert (over 8 years): $40,233
Levels Salary
Entry Level Physical Therapy Rehab Aide$36,915
Intermediate Level Physical Therapy Rehab Aide$37,763
Senior Level Physical Therapy Rehab Aide$39,789
Specialist Level Physical Therapy Rehab Aide$40,085
Expert Level Physical Therapy Rehab Aide$40,233
$36,915 0 yr
$37,763 < 2 yrs
$39,789 2-4 yrs
$40,085 5-8 yrs
$40,233 > 8 yrs
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How Do Physical Therapy Rehab 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 Physical Therapy Rehab Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $41,811.
  • California: $41,653.
  • Massachusetts: $41,097.

Top Paying Cities for Physical Therapy Rehab 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:

  • San Jose: $47,630
  • San Francisco: $47,162
  • Oakland: $46,116

What Skills Can Increase a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.21% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.43% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.21%
Microsoft Office 2.43%
Data Entry 1.62%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide's salary.
  • Data Warehouse: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Safety Standards: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Returns Processing: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Warehouse
$44,560
18%
Safety Standards
$44,560
18%
Returns Processing
$43,050
14%
Customer Service
$40,029
6%
Integrity
$39,651
5%
Warehouse Management
$38,896
3%
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How Education impacts a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Physical Therapy Rehab Aides enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide with a No Diploma is between $35,896 and $38,357).

Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Physical Therapy Rehab Aide
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.7%
High School 16.7%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 83.3%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physical Therapy Rehab 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Physical Therapy Rehab Aide

Salaries for a Physical Therapy Rehab Aide can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $38,894 in 2023 to around $38,220 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Physical Therapy Rehab Aide salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Physical Therapy Rehab Aide Over Time

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2023
$38,894
2024
$38,530
2025
$38,220
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2024 $38,530
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