verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Physical Therapist Salary in Nebraska

Median Annual in Nebraska
$97,090/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$46.68/hr
▼ 6% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Nebraska

groups Employed in NE
2,140
public U.S. Median
$102,760
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$107,754 #22 of 51

Physical Therapist pay in Nebraska, explained

Physical therapists in Nebraska earn a median of $97,090 per year ($46.68 per hour), which is 6% below the national median of $102,760. Entry-level workers earn around $77,540, while the most experienced physical therapists reach about $120,190. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Nebraska.

Is $97,090 good pay in Nebraska?

Adjusted for Nebraska's cost of living (which runs 90% of the U.S. average), that $97,090 is worth about $107,754 in national buying power — ranking Nebraska #22 for real pay (vs #47 on the sticker number).

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Physical Therapist pay by experience in Nebraska

Entry level (10th pct)
$77,540
$37.28/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$97,090
$46.68/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$120,190
$57.78/hr

Physical Therapist pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs NE
Nebraska (here) $97,090 $107,754
Colorado $102,030 $99,008 −$4,940
Wyoming $100,400 $108,317 −$3,310
Missouri $99,310 $109,352 −$2,220
Kansas $98,290 $109,129 −$1,200
Iowa $97,560 $111,164 −$470
South Dakota $92,660 $104,599 +$4,430

Physical Therapist in Nebraska: FAQ

How much do physical therapists make in Nebraska?

Physical therapists in Nebraska earn a median of $97,090 per year ($46.68 per hour), compared with $102,760 nationally.

Does Nebraska pay physical therapists well?

At $97,090, Nebraska pays 6% below the national median for physical therapists. An estimated 2,140 work in the state.

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