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Physical Therapist Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median physical therapist salary in Aurora, CO is $104,560 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$104,560
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$6,840
Cost of Living
105%

Physical Therapist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $72,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$72,760
+$4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$104,860
+$6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,960
+$8,960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $71,476
25th Percentile $85,814
Median (50th) $104,560
75th Percentile $124,548
90th Percentile $139,314

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$127,036
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$111,401
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$105,538
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$99,674
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Aurora

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.