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Physical Therapists Salary in California
Ranked #1 of 51 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapistss in California earn between $85,580 and $163,960. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean physical therapists salary in California is $122,580, about 16.4% above the U.S. average ($105,280). That works out to roughly $59/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $141,980 | $145,040 | 3,140 |
| Vallejo, CA | $141,530 | $132,660 | 300 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $140,100 | $135,520 | 290 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $139,000 | $140,090 | 1,460 |
| Napa, CA | $138,540 | $136,360 | 50 |
| Chico, CA | $134,970 | $121,120 | 180 |
| Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $132,740 | $128,160 | 80 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $131,430 | $128,040 | 1,610 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapists make in California?
The median physical therapists salary in California is $124,190 per year (mean $122,580), and about 80% earn between $85,580 and $163,960.
How much do physical therapists make per hour in California?
Roughly $59 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $122,580 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for physical therapists?
California ranks #1 of 51 states for physical therapists pay. Its mean salary of $122,580 is about 16.4% above the U.S. average of $105,280.
Which metro areas in California pay physical therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for physical therapists are San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($141,980), Vallejo, CA ($141,530), Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA ($140,100), by median annual wage.