Physical Therapists Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,820 -19% vs national
Median hourly $39.34
10th percentile $78,110
90th percentile $107,520
Employed locally 240
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,110
    25th
    $78,360
    50th (median)
    $81,820
    75th
    $97,710
    90th
    $107,520

    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 $80,860
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,970
    Pharmacists $130,020
    Dental Hygienists $77,500
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $58,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southern Michigan is $39.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.16 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southern Michigan is 19% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $78,110 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,360.