Physical Therapists Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $96,450 -4.5% vs national
Median hourly $46.37
10th percentile $78,970
90th percentile $120,770
Employed locally 150
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,970
    25th
    $81,600
    50th (median)
    $96,450
    75th
    $104,920
    90th
    $120,770

    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 $84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,500
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,440
    Pharmacists $141,530
    Dental Hygienists $94,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southwest Minnesota is $46.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.96 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southwest Minnesota is 4.5% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $78,970 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,600.