Physical Therapists pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for physical therapists is $50.17 an hour ($104,360 a year). About 4,060 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($102,760). Connecticut ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.48 | $82,110 |
| 25% of workers | $46.42 | $96,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.17 | $104,360 |
| 75% of workers | $54.50 | $113,360 |
| 90% of workers | $61.13 | $127,150 |
Physical Therapists pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $105,230 | 1,370 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $105,160 | 1,030 |
| New Haven | $103,000 | 610 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $102,880 | 290 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $102,590 | 480 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $102,740 |
| Physicians, All Other | $214,990 |
| Occupational Therapists | $102,440 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $75,880 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $72,780 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,770 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $138,470 |
| Physician Assistants | $139,860 |
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