Healthcare Pawtucket, RI Pop. 75,604

Physical Therapist Salary in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

The median physical therapist salary in Pawtucket, RI is $96,743 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 8.3% below the Rhode Island state average.

City Median
$96,743
vs State Avg
$-8,795
vs National
$-977
Cost of Living
96%

Physical Therapist Salary in Pawtucket by Experience

In Pawtucket, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $67,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,720 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$67,320
$-680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,020
$-980 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$126,720
$-1,280 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pawtucket, RI

Percentile Pawtucket
10th Percentile $66,132
25th Percentile $79,398
Median (50th) $96,743
75th Percentile $115,236
90th Percentile $128,898

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in Pawtucket

Education

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