Physical Therapists pay in Milwaukee-Waukesha
In Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI), the median pay for physical therapists is $49.53 an hour ($103,030 a year). About 1,710 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($102,760). It is about the same as the Wisconsin median ($101,840).
Pay range for physical therapists in Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.95 | $83,090 |
| 25% of workers | $45.58 | $94,810 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.53 | $103,030 |
| 75% of workers | $54.59 | $113,560 |
| 90% of workers | $60.18 | $125,170 |
Physical Therapists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan | $104,110 | 130 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha (this page) | $103,030 | 1,710 |
| Madison | $102,810 | 900 |
| Appleton | $101,920 | 180 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $100,830 | 150 |
| Fond du Lac | $100,130 | 60 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $100,050 | 120 |
| Wausau | $99,910 | 90 |
| Green Bay | $99,850 | 340 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $99,710 | 160 |
| Kenosha | $99,160 | 190 |
| Eau Claire | $98,610 | 170 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $97,550 | 200 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $97,360 |
| Physicians, All Other | $411,200 |
| Occupational Therapists | $94,020 |
| Pharmacists | $153,340 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $134,350 |
| Physician Assistants | $135,040 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $88,190 |
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