Physical Therapist Salary Info
Learn about physical therapist salaries and what the best workplaces are for a physical therapist career.
Average Physical Therapist Salaries
There are many factors that affect a physical therapist salary. For instance, where you live will affect how much you'll earn. The cost of living in your area will cause the average physical therapist salaries in your area to go up or down, accordingly.
Your work environment will also determine your pay. If you work for a large company, they may be able to offer more in terms of salary and benefits. Your area of specialty or type of certifications you earn can also influence your earning potential.
Salary by Years of Experience
While many of these factors are in your control, there are also factors that can only change with time. For instance, your experience in the field will also increase your yearly physical therapy salary. The following chart—based on a 2010 salary snapshot from PayScale.com—shows the affects of experience on earnings:
| Years of Experience | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | $51,186 – $61,399 |
| 1-4 years | $54,056 – $65,666 |
| 5-9 years | $59,743 – $73,653 |
| 10-19 years | $62,832 – $79,101 |
| 20 years or more | $65,172 – $81,260 |
Physical Therapist Salaries by Workplace
According to the 2010 report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, here are annual mean physical therapist salaries by place of work:
| Industry | Annual Mean Wage |
|---|---|
| Home health care services | $86,590 |
| Offices of other health practitioners | $76,860 |
| Offices of physicians | $78,080 |
| Nursing care facilities | $81,010 |
| General medical and surgical hospitals | $76,880 |
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