Healthcare Portland, OR Pop. 652,503

Physical Therapist Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median physical therapist salary in Portland, OR is $117,264 per year, which is 20.0% above the national median and 7.1% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$117,264
vs State Avg
+$7,818
vs National
+$19,544
Cost of Living
118%

Physical Therapist Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $81,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $153,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$81,600
+$13,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,600
+$19,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$153,600
+$25,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $80,160
25th Percentile $96,240
Median (50th) $117,264
75th Percentile $139,680
90th Percentile $156,240

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Portland

Education

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