Physical Therapists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for physical therapists is $50.94 an hour ($105,950 a year). About 5,370 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($102,760). Washington ranks 7th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical therapists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.64 | $78,300 |
| 25% of workers | $44.46 | $92,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.94 | $105,950 |
| 75% of workers | $62.21 | $129,390 |
| 90% of workers | $66.14 | $137,560 |
Physical Therapists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Walla Walla | $115,740 | 30 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $114,980 | 130 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $113,510 | 80 |
| Longview-Kelso | $107,810 | 40 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $107,350 | 190 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $107,290 | 2,950 |
| Yakima | $105,950 | 100 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $104,750 | 180 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $99,690 | 580 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $97,750 | 210 |
| Bellingham | $96,450 | 160 |
Washington 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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $124,200 |
| Physicians, All Other | $307,170 |
| Occupational Therapists | $107,670 |
| Physical Therapist Assistants | $66,450 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $39,500 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistants | $77,590 |
| Pharmacists | $160,610 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $156,100 |
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