Healthcare Kansas City, KS Pop. 156,607

Physical Therapist Salary in Kansas City, Kansas

The median physical therapist salary in Kansas City, KS is $85,994 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.2% above the Kansas state average.

City Median
$85,994
vs State Avg
+$978
vs National
$-11,726
Cost of Living
88%

Physical Therapist Salary in Kansas City by Experience

In Kansas City, 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 Kansas City, KS

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

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Kansas Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Kansas City

Education

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