Physical Therapists Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $95,240 -5.7% vs national
Median hourly $45.79
10th percentile $68,310
90th percentile $120,760
Employed locally 140
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,310
    25th
    $80,490
    50th (median)
    $95,240
    75th
    $106,000
    90th
    $120,760

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$74,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$55,470
    Pharmacy Technicians$39,520
    Medical Records Specialists$46,600
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$60,370
    Nurse Practitioners$129,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Northeast Iowa is $45.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.54 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Northeast Iowa is 5.7% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $68,310 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,490.