Physical Therapists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $94,140 -6.8% vs national
Median hourly $45.26
10th percentile $62,400
90th percentile $117,380
Employed locally 480
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,400
    25th
    $78,640
    50th (median)
    $94,140
    75th
    $103,120
    90th
    $117,380

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Pharmacists $132,770
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Central Pennsylvania is $45.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.38 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 6.8% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $62,400 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,640.