Physical Therapist Aide salary in Kentucky
What physical therapist aides earn in Kentucky and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$35,490$17.06 per hour
vs U.S.+1%U.S. median $35,240
Middle half earn$29,830 – $41,010Top 10%: $47,780+
Jobs1600.25× the U.S. concentration
Physical Therapist Aide pay in Kentucky cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $36,230 | $17.42 | 100 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $30,370 | $14.60 | 90 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $35,490 | $17.06 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Kentucky
Physical Therapist Aide pay in similar states
Connecticut · $35,770 Pennsylvania · $35,520 New York · $35,380 Arizona · $35,260 Florida · $35,140 Indiana · $35,100
Other healthcare salaries in Kentucky
Registered Nurses · $81,040 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,440 Nursing Assistants · $38,370 Medical Assistants · $39,270 Pharmacy Technicians · $39,200 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $60,460 Pharmacists · $136,530 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,880 Nurse Practitioners · $122,870 Dental Assistants · $47,730 Medical Records Specialists · $48,410 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $69,670
Questions
How much does a physical therapist aide make in Kentucky?
Physical Therapist Aides in Kentucky earned a median of $35,490 a year ($17.06 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $35,240. The middle half earned $29,830 to $41,010.
Where in Kentucky do physical therapist aides earn the most?
Among areas in Kentucky, pay was highest in Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN at $36,230.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.