Physical Therapists

Allied Health Professionals • Healthcare & Medical Careers

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Typical Salary (Median)
$101,020
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$102,400
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
248,630
Education Required
Doctoral degree
BLS Code: 291123

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Physical Therapists earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Physical Therapists (2024)

10th Percentile
$74,420
25th Percentile
$83,470
75th Percentile
$117,190
90th Percentile
$132,500

Top Industries

Industries with the most Physical Therapists positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
248,630
$102,400 avg
2
Sector 62 - Health Care and Social Assistance
231,650
$102,840 avg
3
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
228,410
$102,240 avg
4
Ambulatory Health Care Services
142,700
$100,580 avg
5
Offices of Other Health Practitioners
91,410
$94,800 avg

Work Environment

Clinic Hospital

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Physical Therapists professionals work in healthcare & medical careers, specifically in allied health professionals. This role typically requires doctoral degree and offers a median salary of $101,020.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Physical Therapists is rated as High. Currently, there are approximately 248,630 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

PT physical therapist physiotherapist

Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.