Healthcare Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Physical Therapist Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median physical therapist salary in Bear, DE is $98,697 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 1.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$98,697
vs State Avg
$-1,955
vs National
+$977
Cost of Living
99%

Physical Therapist Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $68,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $129,280 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,680
+$680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,980
+$980 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$129,280
+$1,280 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $67,468
25th Percentile $81,002
Median (50th) $98,697
75th Percentile $117,564
90th Percentile $131,502

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$104,560
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$101,629
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$97,720
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$95,766
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Bear

Education

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