PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Sr Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health/Lymphedema
Kaiser Permanente · Modesto, CA
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Physical Therapist jobs in Modesto, CA
Physical Therapists in the Modesto area earn a median of $59.68 per hour, about $124,130 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $48.52 and $65.98. That ranks 10th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 19th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Modesto. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Modesto.
- $59.68median pay per hour, Modesto
- $49–$66typical range per hour
- 360physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 104cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Modesto. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Physical Therapist pay in Modesto, CA
The metro median is 1% above the California statewide median of $59.28 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 360 physical therapists employed in the Modesto metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.74 | $84,740 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.52 | $100,920 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $59.68 | $124,130 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $65.98 | $137,240 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $73.36 | $152,590 | 51% above U.S. median |
How Modesto ranks
- 10th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 19th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 23 California metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Modesto run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $59.68 median hour buys what $57.33 buys at the national price level, 18% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Modesto paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,148
- Per year: $107,424
- Per month: $8,952
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Modesto metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Modesto
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel physical therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Physical Therapist roles in California
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Physical Therapist Home Health
CommonSpirit Health · Rancho Cordova, CA
$49.78–$74.05/ hour
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Physical Therapist I Inpatient -SRN Per Diem- SD County FLOAT
Sharp HealthCare · San Diego, CA
$52.36–$67.57/ hour
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$87k–$99k/ year
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Sharp Healthcare · San Diego, CA
$52.36–$67.57/ hour
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$50.50–$68.18/ hour
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Hospitals in Modesto
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Modesto, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Medical Center Modesto, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Medical Center Modesto, CA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Stanislaus Surgical Hospital Modesto, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Physical Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turlock, CA | 12 mi | $59.68/hr | 72,888 |
| Manteca, CA | 16 mi | $58.22/hr | 94,292 |
| Tracy, CA | 25 mi | $58.22/hr | 100,136 |
| Stockton, CA | 29 mi | $58.22/hr | 324,975 |
| Merced, CA | 37 mi | $59.75/hr | 96,073 |
| Lodi, CA | 37 mi | $58.22/hr | 68,642 |
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Modesto, CA?
Physical Therapists in the Modesto metro area have a median pay of $59.68 per hour, about $124,130 a year. The middle half earn between $48.52 and $65.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Modesto a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Modesto ranks 19th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Modesto?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Modesto, led by Memorial Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Modesto as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Modesto?
The federal per diem benchmark in Modesto is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your PT pay reportModesto, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$73.08/ hr$63–$83
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 6 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthCAMARILLO, CA · 13 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$86
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 2 postings$64.50/ hr$54–$81
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2What they are offering now
Low$48Median$62.50High$72
104 PT postings with published pay in California, 84 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 104 PT roles
- Physical Therapist Home HealthPer diem$49.78–$74.05/ hour
- Physical Therapist I Inpatient -SRN Per Diem- SD County FLOATPer diem$52.36–$67.57/ hour
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