Physical Therapists Salary in Albany, NY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY

Median annual salary $88,880 -12% vs national
Median hourly $42.73
10th percentile $64,410
90th percentile $108,310
Employed locally 750
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,410
    25th
    $77,110
    50th (median)
    $88,880
    75th
    $103,350
    90th
    $108,310

    Albany economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,072 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapists salary vs area income 103% Median Physical Therapists salary is 3% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Albany?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Albany, NY is $42.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.17 or more per hour.

    Is Albany above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Albany, NY is 12% below the national median of $101,020. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physical Therapists in Albany?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $64,410 per year in Albany, NY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,110.