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Physical Therapist Salary in Seattle, Washington

The median physical therapist salary in Seattle, WA is $148,534 per year, which is 52.0% above the national median and 27.7% above the Washington state average.

City Median
$148,534
vs State Avg
+$32,247
vs National
+$50,814
Cost of Living
148%

Physical Therapist Salary in Seattle by Experience

In Seattle, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $103,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $194,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 148% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$103,360
+$35,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$148,960
+$50,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$194,560
+$66,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Seattle, WA

Percentile Seattle
10th Percentile $101,536
25th Percentile $121,904
Median (50th) $148,534
75th Percentile $176,928
90th Percentile $197,904

Physical Therapist Salary in Other Washington Cities

How to Become a Physical Therapist in Seattle

Education

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