Physical Therapists pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for physical therapists is $50.83 an hour ($105,720 a year). About 7,880 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($102,760). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($105,250).
Pay range for physical therapists in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.97 | $85,220 |
| 25% of workers | $47.17 | $98,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.83 | $105,720 |
| 75% of workers | $59.48 | $123,720 |
| 90% of workers | $68.42 | $142,320 |
Physical Therapists pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | $125,600 | 40 |
| Springfield | $115,990 | 150 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $105,720 | 7,880 |
| Rockford | $101,340 | 190 |
| Kankakee | $99,770 | 60 |
| Peoria | $98,860 | 300 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $97,840 | 140 |
| Bloomington | $97,250 | 100 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,490 |
| Physicians, All Other | $94,820 |
| Occupational Therapists | $99,860 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $72,230 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $67,840 |
| Pharmacists | $140,880 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $98,490 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $131,740 |
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