Physical Therapists Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $99,050 -2% vs national
Median hourly $47.62
10th percentile $73,390
90th percentile $123,710
Employed locally 70
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,390
    25th
    $84,300
    50th (median)
    $99,050
    75th
    $103,680
    90th
    $123,710

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,030
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,260
    Pharmacists $131,360
    Paramedics $45,700

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Northeast Virginia is $47.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.13 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Northeast Virginia is 2% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $73,390 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $84,300.