Physical Therapists Salary in Tampa, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL

Median annual salary $100,740 -0.3% vs national
Median hourly $48.43
10th percentile $76,880
90th percentile $118,700
Employed locally 2,460
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,880
    25th
    $86,390
    50th (median)
    $100,740
    75th
    $106,160
    90th
    $118,700

    Tampa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,254 2023 • Census ACS
    Physical Therapists salary vs area income 141% Median Physical Therapists salary is 41% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Tampa?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Tampa, FL is $48.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.02 or more per hour.

    Is Tampa above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Tampa, FL is 0.3% 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 Tampa?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $76,880 per year in Tampa, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,390.