Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.
Physical Therapists
SOC: 29-1123 O*NET: 29-1123.00
Median Salary
$101,020
per year
Job Growth
🚀 10.9%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
13.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$60,612
25th
$80,816
50th (Median)
$101,020
75th
$121,224
90th
$151,530
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:267,200
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+10.9%
Annual Openings:13,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)267,200
Current
2034 (Projected)296,400
+10.9%
+29,300
Employment Change
+10.9%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Time Management
Time Management
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Therapy and Counseling
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Psychology
✓
English Language
✓
Education and Training
✓
Biology
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Physics
✓
Sociology and Anthropology
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Experience Required
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Job Training
Extensive training and work experience required