Healthcare Ohio (OH) Rank #31 of 50

Physical Therapist Salary in Ohio

The median physical therapist salary in Ohio is $89,902 per year, which is 8% below the national median of $97,720.

Median Salary

$89,902

vs National

$-7,818

State Rank

#31 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Physical Therapist Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $62,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,760 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$62,560

$-5,440 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$90,160

$-7,840 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$117,760

$-10,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$61,456	$66,800	$-5,344
25th Percentile	$73,784	$80,200	$-6,416
Median (50th)	$89,902	$97,720	$-7,818
75th Percentile	$107,088	$116,400	$-9,312
90th Percentile	$119,784	$130,200	$-10,416

Physical Therapist Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for physical therapists in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$94,788

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$85,994

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$89,902

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$82,085

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$84,039

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook in Ohio

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