Physical Therapists Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $96,920 -4.1% vs national
Median hourly $46.59
10th percentile $74,740
90th percentile $123,640
Employed locally 260
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $74,740
    25th
    $83,270
    50th (median)
    $96,920
    75th
    $106,520
    90th
    $123,640

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$78,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,020
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,190
    Emergency Medical Technicians$36,060
    Pharmacists$133,620
    Paramedics$46,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Central North Carolina is $46.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.23 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Central North Carolina is 4.1% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $74,740 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,270.