Physical Therapists pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for physical therapists is $49.63 an hour ($103,220 a year). About 3,760 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($102,760). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($103,220).
Pay range for physical therapists in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.83 | $82,840 |
| 25% of workers | $43.36 | $90,180 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.63 | $103,220 |
| 75% of workers | $58.83 | $122,360 |
| 90% of workers | $64.62 | $134,410 |
Physical Therapists pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $105,050 | 40 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $104,000 | 170 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $103,330 | 110 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $103,220 | 3,760 |
| Tucson | $102,420 | 660 |
| Flagstaff | $100,690 | 140 |
| Yuma | $98,790 | 120 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical therapists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +11.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 13,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,830 |
| Physicians, All Other | $301,270 |
| Occupational Therapists | $105,060 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $64,720 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,010 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $136,270 |
| Pharmacists | $144,490 |
| Physician Assistants | $134,650 |
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