Physical Therapists pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for physical therapists is $48.51 an hour ($100,900 a year). About 8,630 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($102,760). Michigan ranks 27th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.27 | $79,600 |
| 25% of workers | $41.40 | $86,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.51 | $100,900 |
| 75% of workers | $52.29 | $108,760 |
| 90% of workers | $59.61 | $123,980 |
Physical Therapists pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $106,980 | 570 |
| Niles | $106,020 | 80 |
| Jackson | $104,000 | 90 |
| Battle Creek | $103,920 | 100 |
| Saginaw | $103,760 | 130 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $102,970 | 3,770 |
| Monroe | $102,510 | 50 |
| Traverse City | $101,640 | 240 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $99,310 | 310 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $99,100 | 1,460 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $97,920 | 190 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores | $97,710 | 120 |
| Flint | $95,960 | 260 |
| Bay City | $93,450 | 120 |
| Midland | $92,620 | 90 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,300 |
| Physicians, All Other | $155,480 |
| Occupational Therapists | $89,910 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $61,670 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $29,350 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $63,260 |
| Recreational Therapists | $61,700 |
| Pharmacists | $137,860 |
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