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Physical Therapist

HomeHealthcare Practitioners and Technical › Physical Therapist
Average base salary
$109,000 / year
$9,100 per month · $52.40 per hour

25th percentile
$89,000
Average
$109,000
75th percentile
$125,500
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
About this role

Physical Therapist is a professional role in the Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family, focused on Physical Therapist work. Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.

How this role compares

Physical Therapist pays 34% below the average across 71 roles in the Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family (family average $165,500).

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Physical Therapist make?

The average base salary for a Physical Therapist in the United States is $109,000 per year, or about $52.40 per hour.

What is the typical salary range?

Pay typically falls between $89,000 and $125,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.

How does this compare with other Healthcare Practitioners and Technical roles?

The Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family averages $165,500 across 71 roles tracked by WePayFairly.

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WePayFairly data is compiled from published survey sources and maintained by compensation professionals.

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