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Physical Therapist Aides Salary in Georgia
Ranked #43 of 50 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapist aidess in Georgia earn between $22,080 and $38,680. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean physical therapist aides salary in Georgia is $31,150, about 14.5% below the U.S. average ($36,430). That works out to roughly $15/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $35,770 | $31,080 | 50 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $33,570 | $32,160 | 720 |
| Rome, GA | $30,480 | $29,410 | 50 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $29,910 | $33,170 | 60 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $28,230 | $28,260 | 40 |
| Savannah, GA | $27,220 | $29,200 | 40 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $25,930 | $28,350 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapist aides make in Georgia?
The median physical therapist aides salary in Georgia is $30,550 per year (mean $31,150), and about 80% earn between $22,080 and $38,680.
How much do physical therapist aides make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $15 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $31,150 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for physical therapist aides?
Georgia ranks #43 of 50 states for physical therapist aides pay. Its mean salary of $31,150 is about 14.5% below the U.S. average of $36,430.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay physical therapist aides the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for physical therapist aides are South Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($35,770), Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($33,570), Rome, GA ($30,480), by median annual wage.