Physical Therapists Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $103,420 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $49.72
10th percentile $60,880
90th percentile $129,840
Employed locally 120
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,880
    25th
    $83,550
    50th (median)
    $103,420
    75th
    $115,620
    90th
    $129,840

    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 Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,950
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,810
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,480
    Dental Hygienists $81,680
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,990
    Physicians, All Other $259,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in East Central Illinois is $49.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.42 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in East Central Illinois is 2.4% above 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 Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $60,880 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,550.