Physical Therapists Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $97,880 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $47.06
10th percentile $68,320
90th percentile $132,390
Employed locally 80
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,320
    25th
    $75,070
    50th (median)
    $97,880
    75th
    $117,220
    90th
    $132,390

    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 East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $67,390
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,040
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,130
    Psychiatric Technicians $33,800
    Pharmacists $135,350
    Nurse Practitioners $111,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in East Arkansas is $47.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.42 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in East Arkansas is 3.1% 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 East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $68,320 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,070.