Physical Therapists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $94,590 -6.4% vs national
Median hourly $45.48
10th percentile $64,470
90th percentile $122,970
Employed locally 230
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,470
    25th
    $80,800
    50th (median)
    $94,590
    75th
    $104,910
    90th
    $122,970

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,660
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,350
    Physicians, All Other $101,100
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,130
    Psychiatric Technicians $48,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $45.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.08 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 6.4% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $64,470 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,800.