Physical Therapists Salary in San Jose, CA
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Median annual salary
$137,250
+35.9% vs national
Median hourly
$65.98
10th percentile
$105,240
90th percentile
$175,410
Employed locally
1,350
National median
$101,020
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Physical Therapists
inSan Jose, CA
vsSalary percentile breakdown
San Jose economic context
Unemployment rate
4.20%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$157,444
2023 • Census ACS
Physical Therapists salary vs area income
87%
Median Physical Therapists salary is 13% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in San Jose?
The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in San Jose, CA is $65.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.48 or more per hour.
Is San Jose above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?
The median Physical Therapists salary in San Jose, CA is 35.9% 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 San Jose?
Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $105,240 per year in San Jose, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $119,550.