Physical Therapist Aide Salary in Idaho (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Physical Therapist Aides in Idaho, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Idaho Median
$28,660
per year
Hourly Rate
$13.78
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-19% vs US median
US median $35,240
State Rank
#44 of 50
540 employed here

How much does a Physical Therapist Aide make in Idaho?

Physical Therapist Aides in Idaho take home a median of $28,660 annually — roughly $13.78 an hour — which runs 19% below the national median of $35,240.

Within Idaho, entry-level pay starts around $23,600 while the top 10% make $40,680 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $27,010 and $33,280 a year.

Physical Therapist Aide salary range in Idaho

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$23,600$11.35
25th percentile (early career)$27,010$12.99
50th percentile (median)$28,660$13.78
75th percentile (experienced)$33,280$16.00
90th percentile (top earners)$40,680$19.56

How Idaho compares

Idaho ranks 44th out of 50 states and territories for Physical Therapist Aide pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$55,760
2Minnesota$42,330
3Colorado$41,970
4New Hampshire$40,460
5Maine$39,660

Working as a Physical Therapist Aide in Idaho

Nationally, about 48,000 people work as Physical Therapist Aides in the United States. A certificate or diploma program (usually 6 to 18 months) is the typical entry path.

Considering a move? Compare Idaho pay ($28,660) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Physical Therapist Aide make in Idaho?
The median Physical Therapist Aide salary in Idaho is $28,660 per year, or about $13.78 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $23,600 at the entry level to $40,680 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Idaho pay compare to the national average?
Idaho pays Physical Therapist Aides about 19% less than the national median of $35,240. Idaho ranks 44th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Idaho a good state for Physical Therapist Aides?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $28,660 a year. About 540 Physical Therapist Aides are employed in Idaho. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Idaho?
The highest-paying occupations in Idaho include Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($507,640), Anesthesiologist ($449,990), General Internal Medicine Physician ($355,390), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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