Healthcare Bowling Green, KY Pop. 74,735

Physical Therapist Salary in Bowling Green, Kentucky

The median physical therapist salary in Bowling Green, KY is $82,085 per year, which is 16% below the national median and 3.4% below the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$82,085
vs State Avg
$-2,931
vs National
$-15,635
Cost of Living
84%

Physical Therapist Salary in Bowling Green by Experience

In Bowling Green, 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 Bowling Green, KY

Percentile Bowling Green
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 Bowling Green

Education

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