Physical Therapists pay in Louisville/Jefferson County
In Louisville/Jefferson County (KY), the median pay for physical therapists is $49.17 an hour ($102,260 a year). About 1,140 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($102,760). It is 2% higher than the Kentucky median ($100,710).
Pay range for physical therapists in Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.41 | $77,800 |
| 25% of workers | $39.46 | $82,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.17 | $102,260 |
| 75% of workers | $56.09 | $116,670 |
| 90% of workers | $58.72 | $122,130 |
Physical Therapists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown | $104,280 | 80 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County (this page) | $102,260 | 1,140 |
| Paducah | $99,330 | 80 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $94,710 | 590 |
| Bowling Green | $91,590 | 220 |
| Owensboro | $83,270 | 90 |
Kentucky 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 Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $84,850 |
| Physicians, All Other | $335,670 |
| Pharmacists | $143,920 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $122,900 |
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