PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Olathe, KS
$68k–$85k/ year
Physical Therapist jobs in Olathe, KS
Physical Therapists in the Olathe area earn a median of $47.75 per hour, about $99,330 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.57 and $53.05. That ranks 194th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 133rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Olathe. The free report below lists employers near Olathe and what they pay.
- $47.75median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $39–$53typical range per hour
- 1,890physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is in line with the Kansas statewide median of $47.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 1,890 physical therapists employed in the Kansas City metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.87 | $70,450 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.57 | $80,230 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.75 | $99,330 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.05 | $110,340 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.40 | $123,550 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Olathe ranks
- 194th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 133rd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
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 Olathe
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.75 median hour buys what $51.60 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Olathe paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,719
- Per year: $85,950
- Per month: $7,162
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Olathe
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 Olathe
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Olathe, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital Olathe, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cottonwood Springs Llc Olathe, KS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, KS | 6 mi | $47.75/hr | 59,427 |
| Overland Park, KS | 7 mi | $47.75/hr | 202,893 |
| Lawrence, KS | 25 mi | $48.82/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 48 mi | $47.89/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 61 mi | $48.76/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 98 mi | $46.45/hr | 54,700 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Kansas · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Olathe
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Olathe, KS?
Physical Therapists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $47.75 per hour, about $99,330 a year. The middle half earn between $38.57 and $53.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Olathe a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 133rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 194th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Olathe?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Olathe. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Olathe.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Olathe as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Olathe?
The federal per diem benchmark in Olathe is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Olathe?
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Your PT pay reportOlathe, KS · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Occupational Health Centers of Kansas, P.A.Olathe, KS · 1 wage offer$55.00/ hr$50–$60
- Lifepoint Rehabilitation, LLCGarden City, KS · 1 wage offer$57.00/ hr$57–$57
- Kindred Rehab Group Management Services, LLCGarden City, KS · 1 wage offer$45.50/ hr$43–$48
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$43Median$55.00High$60
3 employer-reported wage offers for PT in federal filings in Kansas, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$68k–$85k/ year
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