Physical Therapists Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $90,050 -10.9% vs national
Median hourly $43.29
10th percentile $63,150
90th percentile $125,850
Employed locally 150
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,150
    25th
    $75,190
    50th (median)
    $90,050
    75th
    $104,610
    90th
    $125,850

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$67,390
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,560
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$51,400
    Pharmacists$127,960
    Nurse Practitioners$102,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$64,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in East Kentucky is $43.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.55 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in East Kentucky is 10.9% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $63,150 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,190.