Physical Therapists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $98,000 -3% vs national
Median hourly $47.11
10th percentile $64,400
90th percentile $114,390
Employed locally 290
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,400
    25th
    $75,620
    50th (median)
    $98,000
    75th
    $103,140
    90th
    $114,390

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians$35,840
    Pharmacists$139,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,460
    Psychiatric Technicians$39,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $47.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.24 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $64,400 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,620.