Healthcare Birmingham, AL Pop. 197,575

Physical Therapist Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median physical therapist salary in Birmingham, AL is $87,948 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$87,948
vs State Avg
+$2,932
vs National
$-9,772
Cost of Living
90%

Physical Therapist Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $61,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,200
$-6,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,200
$-9,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$115,200
$-12,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $60,120
25th Percentile $72,180
Median (50th) $87,948
75th Percentile $104,760
90th Percentile $117,180

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$89,902
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$85,994
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$84,039
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$83,062
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Birmingham

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.