Physical Therapists Salary in Eastern North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $102,730 +1.7% vs national
Median hourly $49.39
10th percentile $76,880
90th percentile $126,740
Employed locally 320
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,880
    25th
    $85,380
    50th (median)
    $102,730
    75th
    $107,220
    90th
    $126,740

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$77,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians$38,230
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,750
    Pharmacists$132,510
    Paramedics$47,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Eastern North Carolina is $49.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.83 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Eastern North Carolina is 1.7% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $76,880 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $85,380.