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Physical therapist salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Physical Therapist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$54.33
Average $54.33
Low $35.48
High $83.20

The average salary for a physical therapist is $54.33 per hour in the United States. 130.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 6, 2026).

Physical Therapist job openings in United States

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Physical Therapists
Always Best Care Senior Services3.6out of 5 stars.
Honolulu, HI
Part-time
8 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Physical Therapist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
TheKey
 
$384,800per year
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Stillwater Hospice
 
$364,000per year
Kids Unlimited
 
$332,800per year
United Home Health
 
$332,800per year
US Nursing
 
$312,000per year
Curative Talent
 
$301,750per year

Highest paying cities for Physical Therapists near United States

  1. Tucson, AZ
    $72.26 per hour
  2. Eugene, OR
    $67.81 per hour
  3. New York, NY
    $61.62 per hour
  4. Bronx, NY
    $59.32 per hour
  5. Houston, TX
    $58.45 per hour

Where can a Physical Therapist earn more?

Compare salaries for Physical Therapists in different locations
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Senior Physical Therapist

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