Physical Therapists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $91,070 -9.8% vs national
Median hourly $43.79
10th percentile $53,650
90th percentile $115,010
Employed locally 360
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,650
    25th
    $81,060
    50th (median)
    $91,070
    75th
    $104,000
    90th
    $115,010

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,380
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,950
    Paramedics $46,280
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,160
    Pharmacists $131,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Western North Carolina is $43.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.99 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Western North Carolina is 9.8% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $53,650 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,060.