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Physical Therapists Salary in Colorado
Ranked #17 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapistss in Colorado earn between $76,460 and $132,010. 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 Colorado is $103,870, about 1.3% below the U.S. average ($105,280). That works out to roughly $50/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $106,600 | $112,120 | 140 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $103,110 | $101,150 | 320 |
| Boulder, CO | $102,430 | $107,190 | 480 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $102,340 | $105,720 | 2,730 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $102,160 | $101,920 | 150 |
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $100,950 | $100,880 | 350 |
| Greeley, CO | $100,170 | $103,610 | 140 |
| Pueblo, CO | $99,250 | $104,690 | 130 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapists make in Colorado?
The median physical therapists salary in Colorado is $102,030 per year (mean $103,870), and about 80% earn between $76,460 and $132,010.
How much do physical therapists make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $50 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $103,870 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for physical therapists?
Colorado ranks #17 of 51 states for physical therapists pay. Its mean salary of $103,870 is about 1.3% below the U.S. average of $105,280.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay physical therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for physical therapists are Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area ($106,600), Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area ($103,110), Boulder, CO ($102,430), by median annual wage.