Physical Therapists Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $79,510 -21.3% vs national
Median hourly $38.23
10th percentile $61,950
90th percentile $115,260
Employed locally 150
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,950
    25th
    $73,680
    50th (median)
    $79,510
    75th
    $102,780
    90th
    $115,260

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$78,210
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$55,250
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians$35,030
    Pharmacists$135,730
    Nurse Practitioners$116,250

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Central Missouri is $38.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Central Missouri is 21.3% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $61,950 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,680.