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Physical Therapists Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #29 of 51 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of physical therapistss in North Carolina earn between $78,020 and $125,940. 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 North Carolina is $100,010, about 5% below the U.S. average ($105,280). That works out to roughly $48/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $104,880 | $108,980 | 310 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $103,030 | $100,820 | 80 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC | $101,950 | $101,850 | 160 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $101,270 | $99,480 | 510 |
| Burlington, NC | $101,120 | $98,000 | 100 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $101,060 | $103,700 | 1,680 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $100,240 | $96,260 | 790 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $100,120 | $99,460 | 220 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do physical therapists make in North Carolina?
The median physical therapists salary in North Carolina is $99,910 per year (mean $100,010), and about 80% earn between $78,020 and $125,940.
How much do physical therapists make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $48 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $100,010 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for physical therapists?
North Carolina ranks #29 of 51 states for physical therapists pay. Its mean salary of $100,010 is about 5% below the U.S. average of $105,280.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay physical therapists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for physical therapists are Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area ($104,880), Rocky Mount, NC ($103,030), Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC ($101,950), by median annual wage.