Physical Therapist Aide Salary in Oregon (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Oregon Median
$36,060
per year
Hourly Rate
$17.34
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+2% vs US median
US median $35,240
State Rank
#15 of 50
1,090 employed here

How much does a Physical Therapist Aide make in Oregon?

Physical Therapist Aides in Oregon take home a median of $36,060 annually — roughly $17.34 an hour — which runs 2% above the national median of $35,240.

Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $31,430 while the top 10% make $44,490 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $35,230 and $37,390 a year.

Physical Therapist Aide salary range in Oregon

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$31,430$15.11
25th percentile (early career)$35,230$16.94
50th percentile (median)$36,060$17.34
75th percentile (experienced)$37,390$17.98
90th percentile (top earners)$44,490$21.39

How Oregon compares

Oregon ranks 15th 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 Oregon

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 Oregon pay ($36,060) 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 Oregon?
The median Physical Therapist Aide salary in Oregon is $36,060 per year, or about $17.34 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $31,430 at the entry level to $44,490 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Physical Therapist Aides about 2% more than the national median of $35,240. Oregon ranks 15th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Physical Therapist Aides?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $36,060 a year. About 1,090 Physical Therapist Aides are employed in Oregon. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oregon?
The highest-paying occupations in Oregon include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physician, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executive ($341,630), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.