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The median salary for physical therapists was $57,000 in 2002, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The median salary for physical therapy assistants was $36,000 in 2002, and salaries are still rising.

According to PayScale.com, California has the highest paid physical therapists in the country, with a median salary of $65,720. Runners-up are: New Jersey ($63,810), Pennsylvania ($61,330), New York ($59,870) and Texas ($59,660).

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Workplaces

The majority of physical therapists work in hospitals or in offices of other health practitioners. Many physical therapists hold multiple jobs, working for themselves in private practice as well as for various healthcare facilities.

Physical therapist wages by place of work:

  • Home health care services - $62,480
  • Offices of other health practitioners - $58,510
  • Offices of physicians - $57,640
  • Nursing care facilities - $57,570
  • General medical and surgical hospitals - $57,200

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Spotlight Schools

University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible for working students. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal--and sooner than you may think.

South University

At South University, we'll help you make the most of your potential - starting with a quality education that's backed by more than 100 years of dedication to excellence and personalized attention.

Pima Medical Institute

Pima Medical Institute provides life-altering opportunities that turn students into competent medical professionals. Our mission is to improve the quality of people's lives by providing the best value in medical career education.

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