What is the average hourly wage for Physical Therapists?

The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists is $47.94 per hour. This translates to approximately $99,710 per year working full-time.

What states pay Physical Therapists the most?

Salaries for Physical Therapists vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a physical therapist?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Physical Therapists Salary

Name: Physical Therapists Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$99,710

$47.94 / hour

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$52,846 - $171,501

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

249,480

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Physical Therapists Salary by Percentile

$52,846 $171,501

10th pct Median: $99,710 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$52,846	$25.41
25th Percentile	$71,791	$34.51
50th (Median)	$99,710	$47.94
75th Percentile	$137,600	$66.15
90th (Top Earners)	$171,501	$82.45
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Physical Therapists

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$131,617	$63.28
2	California (CA)	$124,638	$59.92
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$121,646	$58.48
4	New York (NY)	$121,646	$58.48
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$119,652	$57.53
6	Connecticut (CT)	$117,658	$56.57
7	Maryland (MD)	$117,658	$56.57
8	Hawaii (HI)	$114,666	$55.13
9	Alaska (AK)	$111,675	$53.69
10	Washington (WA)	$111,675	$53.69
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Physical Therapists

Physical Therapists work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Physical Therapists

Projected Growth

+13%

2022-2032

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,897,400

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Physical Therapists make?

The median annual salary for Physical Therapists is $99,710 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $52,846, while the top 10% earn $171,501 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Physical Therapists?

Physical Therapists earn a median hourly wage of $47.94 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $99,710 annually.

Is Physical Therapists a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $99,710, Physical Therapists earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (13% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Physical Therapists need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.