Physical Therapists Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $112,310 +11.2% vs national
Median hourly $53.99
10th percentile $78,140
90th percentile $128,800
Employed locally 230
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,140
    25th
    $92,530
    50th (median)
    $112,310
    75th
    $123,910
    90th
    $128,800

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $103,400
    Pharmacy Technicians $49,200
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $79,820
    Paramedics $85,590
    Pharmacists $155,330
    Physicians, All Other $315,660

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Western Washington is $53.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.74 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Western Washington is 11.2% above 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $78,140 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $92,530.