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Physical Therapist Salary in Iowa City, Iowa

The median physical therapist salary in Iowa City, IA is $92,834 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 6.7% above the Iowa state average.

City Median
$92,834
vs State Avg
+$5,863
vs National
$-4,886
Cost of Living
95%

Physical Therapist Salary in Iowa City by Experience

In Iowa City, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $64,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$64,600
$-3,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$93,100
$-4,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$121,600
$-6,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa City, IA

Percentile Iowa City
10th Percentile $63,460
25th Percentile $76,190
Median (50th) $92,834
75th Percentile $110,580
90th Percentile $123,690

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA
$89,902
Pop. 214,133
Cedar Rapids, IA
$85,994
Pop. 137,710
Davenport, IA
$84,039
Pop. 101,724
Sioux City, IA
$82,085
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Iowa City

Education

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