Physical Therapists Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $97,650 -3.3% vs national
Median hourly $46.95
10th percentile $75,880
90th percentile $112,620
Employed locally 120
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,880
    25th
    $80,240
    50th (median)
    $97,650
    75th
    $102,590
    90th
    $112,620

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $83,520
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,680
    Pharmacists $139,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,440
    Emergency Medical Technicians $33,760
    Nurse Practitioners $129,740

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southwest Montana is $46.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southwest Montana is 3.3% 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $75,880 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,240.