California Leads Physical Therapists Salaries Nationwide
California offers the most competitive compensation for physical therapists, with professionals earning an average of $97,960.00 annually.
Key Statistics
State vs National Salary Comparison
See how California's physical therapists salaries compare to the national average. The chart highlights why California stands out, showing both local and national trends in wages and employment numbers.
California demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for physical therapists, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.
Top Paying Areas in California
Not all locations in California offer the same opportunities. Below you'll find a breakdown of physical therapists salaries by metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas, helping you identify the most lucrative locations within the state.
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward
Napa
Santa Rosa
Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade
Vallejo-Fairfield
Stockton-Lodi
Modesto
Chico
Salinas
Merced
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario
El Centro
San Diego-Carlsbad
Redding
Santa Cruz-Watsonville
Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Bakersfield
Fresno
North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
Yuba City
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles-Arroyo Grande
Visalia-Porterville
North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area
Madera
Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.