Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Physical Therapist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median physical therapist salary in Aurora, IL is $94,788 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$94,788
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,932
Cost of Living
95%

Physical Therapist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $65,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,160 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,960
$-2,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,060
$-2,940 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,160
$-3,840 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $64,796
25th Percentile $77,794
Median (50th) $94,788
75th Percentile $112,908
90th Percentile $126,294

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$107,492
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$106,515
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$85,016
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$82,085
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Aurora

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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.