Healthcare Nebraska (NE) Rank #37 of 50

Physical Therapist Salary in Nebraska

The median physical therapist salary in Nebraska is $87,948 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $97,720.

Median Salary

$87,948

vs National

$-9,772

State Rank

#37 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Physical Therapist Salary in Nebraska by Experience

In Nebraska, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $61,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,200 per year. The cost of living index in Nebraska is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$61,200

$-6,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,200

$-9,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$115,200

$-12,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nebraska

Percentile	NE Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$60,120	$66,800	$-6,680
25th Percentile	$72,180	$80,200	$-8,020
Median (50th)	$87,948	$97,720	$-9,772
75th Percentile	$104,760	$116,400	$-11,640
90th Percentile	$117,180	$130,200	$-13,020

Physical Therapist Salary by City in Nebraska

The largest employment areas for physical therapists in Nebraska include Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Grand Island. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Omaha, NE

$90,880

Pop. 486,051 · COL 93%

Lincoln, NE

$87,948

Pop. 291,082 · COL 90%

Bellevue, NE

$89,902

Pop. 64,176 · COL 92%

Grand Island, NE

$82,085

Pop. 53,131 · COL 84%

Kearney, NE

$84,039

Pop. 33,464 · COL 86%

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Nebraska

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Nebraska has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook in Nebraska

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Nebraska's demand may vary based on local industry trends.