Physical Therapists Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $102,940 +1.9% vs national
Median hourly $49.49
10th percentile $78,000
90th percentile $132,500
Employed locally 200
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,000
    25th
    $84,380
    50th (median)
    $102,940
    75th
    $117,860
    90th
    $132,500

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,560
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,380
    Nurse Practitioners $117,520
    Pharmacists $132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Maryland is $49.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.83 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Maryland is 1.9% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $78,000 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $84,380.