Physical Therapists Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $92,850 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $44.64
10th percentile $66,620
90th percentile $110,370
Employed locally 70
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,620
    25th
    $78,830
    50th (median)
    $92,850
    75th
    $102,420
    90th
    $110,370

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $62,080
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,770
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,670
    Pharmacists $128,530
    Nurse Practitioners $108,830
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $48,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Northwest Alabama is $44.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.21 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Northwest Alabama is 8.1% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $66,620 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,830.