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

Physical Therapist Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$105,950/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$50.94/hr
▲ 3% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
5,370
public U.S. Median
$102,760
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$99,007 #42 of 51

Physical Therapist pay in Washington, explained

Physical therapists in Washington earn a median of $105,950 per year ($50.94 per hour), which is 3% above the national median of $102,760. Entry-level workers earn around $78,300, while the most experienced physical therapists reach about $137,560. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $105,950 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $105,950 is worth about $99,007 in national buying power — ranking Washington #42 for real pay (vs #7 on the sticker number).

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Physical Therapist pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$78,300
$37.64/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$105,950
$50.94/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$137,560
$66.13/hr

Physical Therapist pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $105,950 $99,007
Oregon $103,510 $100,144 +$2,440
Idaho $99,000 $103,671 +$6,950

Physical Therapist in Washington: FAQ

How much do physical therapists make in Washington?

Physical therapists in Washington earn a median of $105,950 per year ($50.94 per hour), compared with $102,760 nationally.

Does Washington pay physical therapists well?

At $105,950, Washington pays 3% above the national median for physical therapists. An estimated 5,370 work in the state.

Physical Therapist salary in other states

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