Physical Therapists Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $101,450 +0.4% vs national
Median hourly $48.77
10th percentile $75,370
90th percentile $120,800
Employed locally 90
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,370
    25th
    $82,660
    50th (median)
    $101,450
    75th
    $111,120
    90th
    $120,800

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,410
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,120
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,970
    Physicians, All Other $188,510
    Pharmacists $136,480
    Nurse Practitioners $109,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in South Florida is $48.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.18 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in South Florida is 0.4% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $75,370 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,660.