Physical Therapists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $105,640 +4.6% vs national
Median hourly $50.79
10th percentile $78,880
90th percentile $137,920
Employed locally 230
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,880
    25th
    $99,070
    50th (median)
    $105,640
    75th
    $126,510
    90th
    $137,920

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,490
    Occupational Therapists $83,200
    Physicians, All Other $339,350
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,530

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in South Illinois is $50.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.22 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in South Illinois is 4.6% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $78,880 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,070.