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Physical Therapist Salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

The median physical therapist salary in Raleigh, NC is $95,766 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 6.5% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$95,766
vs State Avg
+$5,864
vs National
$-1,954
Cost of Living
98%

Physical Therapist Salary in Raleigh by Experience

In Raleigh, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $66,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,640
$-1,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,040
$-1,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$125,440
$-2,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Raleigh, NC

Percentile Raleigh
10th Percentile $65,464
25th Percentile $78,596
Median (50th) $95,766
75th Percentile $114,072
90th Percentile $127,596

Physical Therapist Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Raleigh

Education

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