Healthcare Cedar Rapids, IA Pop. 137,710

Physical Therapist Salary in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

The median physical therapist salary in Cedar Rapids, IA is $85,994 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% below the Iowa state average.

City Median
$85,994
vs State Avg
$-977
vs National
$-11,726
Cost of Living
88%

Physical Therapist Salary in Cedar Rapids by Experience

In Cedar Rapids, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $59,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $112,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$59,840
$-8,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,240
$-11,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$112,640
$-15,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Cedar Rapids, IA

Percentile Cedar Rapids
10th Percentile $58,784
25th Percentile $70,576
Median (50th) $85,994
75th Percentile $102,432
90th Percentile $114,576

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in Cedar Rapids

Education

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