Physical Therapists Salary in Utah
The median pay for a physical therapists in Utah is $97,580/year ($46.91/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $53K at the entry level to $133K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Utah. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $98K get you in Utah?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Utah
Entry-level physical therapists (10th percentile) start around $53K. Mid-career wages sit at $98K. Top earners bring in $133K or more, a $80K spread from bottom to top.
Physical Therapists salary by metro in Utah
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George | $104K | +6% | 180 |
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $100K | +3% | 1,070 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $95K | -2% | 360 |
| Ogden | $95K | -3% | 480 |
| Logan | $93K | -5% | 80 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do physical therapists make in Utah?
The median is $97,580 a year, that works out to about $47 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $53,470, and experienced physical therapists can clear $132,970. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $98K enough to live in Utah?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $6,041/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,350/month, which eats 22.3% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a physical therapists salary go in Utah?
Utah has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median physical therapists salary is worth about $99,026 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do physical therapists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.