Healthcare Omaha, NE Pop. 486,051

Physical Therapist Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

The median physical therapist salary in Omaha, NE is $90,880 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 3.3% above the Nebraska state average.

City Median
$90,880
vs State Avg
+$2,932
vs National
$-6,840
Cost of Living
93%

Physical Therapist Salary in Omaha by Experience

In Omaha, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $63,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $119,040 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,240
$-4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,140
$-6,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$119,040
$-8,960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Omaha, NE

Percentile Omaha
10th Percentile $62,124
25th Percentile $74,586
Median (50th) $90,880
75th Percentile $108,252
90th Percentile $121,086

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Nebraska Cities

Bellevue, NE
$89,902
Pop. 64,176
Lincoln, NE
$87,948
Pop. 291,082
Kearney, NE
$84,039
Pop. 33,464
Grand Island, NE
$82,085
Pop. 53,131

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Omaha

Education

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