Physical Therapists Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $95,790 -5.2% vs national
Median hourly $46.05
10th percentile $59,550
90th percentile $123,140
Employed locally 60
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,550
    25th
    $66,620
    50th (median)
    $95,790
    75th
    $111,240
    90th
    $123,140

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $64,930
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,290
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,670
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $50,040
    Nurse Practitioners $104,850
    Pharmacists $131,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southwest Alabama is $46.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.22 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southwest Alabama is 5.2% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $59,550 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,620.