Healthcare Great Falls, MT Pop. 60,442

Physical Therapist Salary in Great Falls, Montana

The median physical therapist salary in Great Falls, MT is $84,039 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 7.5% below the Montana state average.

City Median
$84,039
vs State Avg
$-6,841
vs National
$-13,681
Cost of Living
88%

Physical Therapist Salary in Great Falls by Experience

In Great Falls, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $58,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,480
$-9,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,280
$-13,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,080
$-17,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Great Falls, MT

Percentile Great Falls
10th Percentile $57,448
25th Percentile $68,972
Median (50th) $84,039
75th Percentile $100,104
90th Percentile $111,972

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in Great Falls

Education

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