Healthcare Santa Fe, NM Pop. 87,505

Physical Therapist Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median physical therapist salary in Santa Fe, NM is $105,538 per year, which is 8.0% above the national median and 18.7% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$105,538
vs State Avg
+$16,613
vs National
+$7,818
Cost of Living
110%

Physical Therapist Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $73,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $138,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,440
+$5,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$105,840
+$7,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$138,240
+$10,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $72,144
25th Percentile $86,616
Median (50th) $105,538
75th Percentile $125,712
90th Percentile $140,616

Physical Therapist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Santa Fe

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.