Healthcare Portland, ME Pop. 68,408

Physical Therapist Salary in Portland, Maine

The median physical therapist salary in Portland, ME is $107,492 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 10.0% above the Maine state average.

City Median
$107,492
vs State Avg
+$9,772
vs National
+$9,772
Cost of Living
108%

Physical Therapist Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $74,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $140,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$74,800
+$6,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$107,800
+$9,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$140,800
+$12,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, ME

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $73,480
25th Percentile $88,220
Median (50th) $107,492
75th Percentile $128,040
90th Percentile $143,220

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Maine Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Portland

Education

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