Physical Therapists Salary in Portland, OR-WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA

Median annual salary $104,430 +3.4% vs national
Median hourly $50.21
10th percentile $82,830
90th percentile $130,660
Employed locally 1,800
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $82,830
    25th
    $88,650
    50th (median)
    $104,430
    75th
    $127,840
    90th
    $130,660

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $94,573 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapists salary vs area income 110% Median Physical Therapists salary is 10% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Portland, OR-WA is $50.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.72 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Portland, OR-WA is 3.4% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $82,830 per year in Portland, OR-WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $88,650.