Healthcare West Virginia (WV) Rank #49 of 50

Physical Therapist Salary in West Virginia

The median physical therapist salary in West Virginia is $80,130 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $97,720.

Median Salary

$80,130

vs National

$-17,590

State Rank

#49 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Physical Therapist Salary in West Virginia by Experience

In West Virginia, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $55,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,960 per year. The cost of living index in West Virginia is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,760

$-12,240 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,360

$-17,640 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$104,960

$-23,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in West Virginia

Percentile	WV Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,776	$66,800	$-12,024
25th Percentile	$65,764	$80,200	$-14,436
Median (50th)	$80,130	$97,720	$-17,590
75th Percentile	$95,448	$116,400	$-20,952
90th Percentile	$106,764	$130,200	$-23,436

Physical Therapist Salary by City in West Virginia

The largest employment areas for physical therapists in West Virginia include Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, and Parkersburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Charleston, WV

$84,039

Pop. 48,006 · COL 88%

Huntington, WV

$78,176

Pop. 46,842 · COL 82%

Morgantown, WV

$85,994

Pop. 30,955 · COL 90%

Parkersburg, WV

$76,222

Pop. 29,675 · COL 80%

Wheeling, WV

$74,267

Pop. 26,711 · COL 78%

How to Become a Physical Therapist in West Virginia

Education

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

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook in West Virginia

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