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Physical Therapists Salary in New York
Ranked #19 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapistss in New York earn between $73,580 and $136,120. 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 New York is $102,740, about 2.4% below the U.S. average ($105,280). That works out to roughly $49/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $107,650 | $110,480 | 21,240 |
| Ithaca, NY | $101,290 | $102,620 | 110 |
| Binghamton, NY | $99,670 | $98,000 | 240 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $97,110 | $100,660 | 640 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $96,170 | $96,990 | 100 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $95,800 | $92,460 | 1,410 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $94,020 | $91,820 | 790 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $92,730 | $95,020 | 270 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapists make in New York?
The median physical therapists salary in New York is $100,660 per year (mean $102,740), and about 80% earn between $73,580 and $136,120.
How much do physical therapists make per hour in New York?
Roughly $49 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $102,740 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for physical therapists?
New York ranks #19 of 51 states for physical therapists pay. Its mean salary of $102,740 is about 2.4% below the U.S. average of $105,280.
Which metro areas in New York pay physical therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for physical therapists are New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($107,650), Ithaca, NY ($101,290), Binghamton, NY ($99,670), by median annual wage.