Healthcare Sioux City, IA Pop. 85,797

Physical Therapist Salary in Sioux City, Iowa

The median physical therapist salary in Sioux City, IA is $82,085 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 5.6% below the Iowa state average.

City Median
$82,085
vs State Avg
$-4,886
vs National
$-15,635
Cost of Living
84%

Physical Therapist Salary in Sioux City by Experience

In Sioux City, 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 84% 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 Sioux City, IA

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

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Iowa Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Sioux City

Education

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