Healthcare Rockford, IL Pop. 148,655

Physical Therapist Salary in Rockford, Illinois

The median physical therapist salary in Rockford, IL is $82,085 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 13.4% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$82,085
vs State Avg
$-12,703
vs National
$-15,635
Cost of Living
82%

Physical Therapist Salary in Rockford by Experience

In Rockford, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $57,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $107,520 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,120
$-10,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$82,320
$-15,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$107,520
$-20,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rockford, IL

Percentile Rockford
10th Percentile $56,112
25th Percentile $67,368
Median (50th) $82,085
75th Percentile $97,776
90th Percentile $109,368

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in Rockford

Education

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