Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · State Center, IA
$40.00–$55.00/ hour
Physical Therapist jobs in Sioux City, IA
Physical Therapists in the Sioux City area earn a median of $41.81 per hour, about $86,950 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.00 and $49.10. That ranks 346th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 243rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Sioux City.
- $41.81median pay per hour, Sioux City
- $38–$49typical range per hour
- 100physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Sioux City, IA
The metro median is 9% below the Iowa statewide median of $46.10 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 100 physical therapists employed in the Sioux City metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.46 | $67,520 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.00 | $79,040 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.81 | $86,950 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.10 | $102,130 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.18 | $110,610 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Sioux City ranks
- 346th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 243rd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 8 Iowa 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 Sioux City
- Overall prices in Sioux City run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.81 median hour buys what $48.36 buys at the national price level, in line with 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,505
- Per year: $75,258
- Per month: $6,272
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sioux City
| 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).
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · State Center, IA
$73k–$100k/ year
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Hospitals in Sioux City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center Sioux City, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Regional Medical Center Sioux City, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 74 mi | $40.50/hr | 209,289 |
| Omaha, NE | 87 mi | $47.28/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 91 mi | $47.28/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 96 mi | $47.28/hr | 64,777 |
| Lincoln, NE | 117 mi | $46.29/hr | 300,619 |
| Ames, IA | 145 mi | $41.56/hr | 69,026 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Iowa · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Other healthcare roles in Sioux City
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Sioux City, IA?
Physical Therapists in the Sioux City metro area have a median pay of $41.81 per hour, about $86,950 a year. The middle half earn between $38.00 and $49.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux City a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Sioux City ranks 243rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 346th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Sioux City?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sioux City, led by Mercyone Siouxland Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Sioux City as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Sioux City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sioux City 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.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Sioux City?
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Your PT pay reportSioux City, IA · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- UnityPoint at HomeCedar Rapids, IA · 1 wage offer$52.98/ hr$53–$53
- Select MedicalState Center, IA · 2 postings$44.55/ hr$35–$55
- UnityPoint At HomeFort Dodge, IA · 1 wage offer$40.66/ hr$41–$41
- Grandison Management, Inc.Iowa · 7 wage offers$32.09/ hr$32–$32
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$32Median$32.09High$34
10 employer-reported wage offers for PT in federal filings in Iowa, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 PT roles
- Physical Therapist - PRNPer diem$40.00–$55.00/ hour
- Physical TherapistPermanent$73k–$100k/ year
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