Physical Therapists Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $95,640 -5.3% vs national
Median hourly $45.98
10th percentile $61,510
90th percentile $124,550
Employed locally 300
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,510
    25th
    $82,230
    50th (median)
    $95,640
    75th
    $107,880
    90th
    $124,550

    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 Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,650
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,590
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,120
    Dental Hygienists $102,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,380
    Nurse Practitioners $125,560

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southwest Colorado is $45.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southwest Colorado is 5.3% 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 Colorado?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $61,510 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,230.