Healthcare South Burlington, VT Pop. 20,292

Physical Therapist Salary in South Burlington, Vermont

The median physical therapist salary in South Burlington, VT is $107,492 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 6.8% above the Vermont state average.

City Median
$107,492
vs State Avg
+$6,840
vs National
+$9,772
Cost of Living
108%

Physical Therapist Salary in South Burlington by Experience

In South Burlington, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $74,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $140,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 108% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$74,800
+$6,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$107,800
+$9,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$140,800
+$12,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in South Burlington, VT

Percentile South Burlington
10th Percentile $73,480
25th Percentile $88,220
Median (50th) $107,492
75th Percentile $128,040
90th Percentile $143,220

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Vermont Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in South Burlington

Education

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