Per diemPosted 27 days ago
Physical Therapist
Amedisys · Bloomington, IN
$65.00–$85.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Bloomington, IN
Pay for physical therapists in the Bloomington area centers on $46.55 per hour, or about $96,820 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.28 and the upper quarter over $50.22. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bloomington. That ranks 257th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 221st of 338 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Bloomington and what they pay.
- $46.55median pay per hour, Bloomington
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 90physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 3% below the Indiana statewide median of $47.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 90 physical therapists employed in the Bloomington metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.48 | $71,720 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.28 | $81,700 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.55 | $96,820 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.22 | $104,460 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.85 | $122,410 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Bloomington ranks
- 257th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 221st of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 11 Indiana 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.
What your pay buys in Bloomington
- Overall prices in Bloomington run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.55 median hour buys what $48.96 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Bloomington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,676
- Per year: $83,790
- Per month: $6,982
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bloomington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $120 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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. 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).
Hospitals in Bloomington
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bloomington, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Hospital Bloomington, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital Bloomington, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Bloomington Meadows Hospital Bloomington, IN | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, IN | 33 mi | $38.17/hr | 51,970 |
| Greenwood, IN | 38 mi | $48.05/hr | 68,175 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 47 mi | $48.05/hr | 891,484 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 50 mi | $45.64/hr | 58,531 |
| Carmel, IN | 59 mi | $48.05/hr | 103,606 |
| Fishers, IN | 63 mi | $48.05/hr | 103,986 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Indiana · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Bloomington, IN?
Physical Therapists in the Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $46.55 per hour, about $96,820 a year. The middle half earn between $39.28 and $50.22 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bloomington a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Bloomington ranks 221st of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 257th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Bloomington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Bloomington. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bloomington.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Bloomington as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Bloomington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bloomington is $120 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Bloomington?
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Your PT pay reportBloomington, IN · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthClarksville, IN · 3 postings$50.93/ hr$39–$61
- Select MedicalClarksville, IN · 3 postings$40.38/ hr$35–$50
- Grandison Management, Inc.Indiana · 8 wage offers$34.89/ hr$34–$36
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$48.73High$61
7 PT postings with published pay in Indiana, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$40.95–$60.91/ hour
- Physical Therapist - Full TimePermanent$77k–$104k/ year
+ 5 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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