Physical Therapists Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $99,350 -1.7% vs national
Median hourly $47.77
10th percentile $63,730
90th percentile $125,850
Employed locally 260
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,730
    25th
    $74,950
    50th (median)
    $99,350
    75th
    $108,770
    90th
    $125,850

    Top-paying metros for Physical Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,250
    Vallejo, CA $136,440
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $136,200
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $134,810
    Chico, CA $131,370
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $130,160

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,380
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,140
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians $30,080
    Pharmacists $127,500
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Central Kentucky is $47.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.50 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Central Kentucky is 1.7% 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $63,730 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,950.