Healthcare Utah (UT) Rank #24 of 50

Physical Therapist Salary in Utah

The median physical therapist salary in Utah is $94,788 per year, which is 3% below the national median of $97,720.

Median Salary
$94,788
vs National
$-2,932
State Rank
#24 of 50
Cost of Living
97%

Physical Therapist Salary in Utah by Experience

In Utah, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $65,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,160 per year. The cost of living index in Utah is 97% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,960
$-2,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$95,060
$-2,940 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,160
$-3,840 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Utah

Percentile UT Salary
10th Percentile $64,796
25th Percentile $77,794
Median (50th) $94,788
75th Percentile $112,908
90th Percentile $126,294

Major Cities for Physical Therapists in Utah

The largest employment areas for physical therapists in Utah include Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, and West Jordan. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Salt Lake City, UT
Metro area for physical therapist employment
West Valley City, UT
Metro area for physical therapist employment
Provo, UT
Metro area for physical therapist employment
West Jordan, UT
Metro area for physical therapist employment
Orem, UT
Metro area for physical therapist employment

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Utah

Education

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

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook in Utah

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