Healthcare Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Physical Therapist Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median physical therapist salary in Middletown, DE is $97,720 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 2.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$97,720
vs State Avg
$-2,932
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
98%

Physical Therapist Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $68,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $128,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$128,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $66,800
25th Percentile $80,200
Median (50th) $97,720
75th Percentile $116,400
90th Percentile $130,200

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$104,560
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$101,629
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$98,697
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$95,766
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Middletown

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Middletown 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.