PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Physical Therapist Inpatient
Ascension Health · Wichita, KS
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Physical Therapist jobs in Wichita, KS
The median physical therapist pay in the Wichita area is $48.16 per hour ($100,170 a year), with the typical range running from $39.41 to $51.91. That ranks 171st of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 66th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Wichita. The free report below lists employers near Wichita and what they pay.
- $48.16median pay per hour, Wichita
- $39–$52typical range per hour
- 590physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Wichita. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Wichita, KS
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Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Per Diem
Select Medical · Wichita, KS
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Physical Therapist pay in Wichita, KS
The metro median is 1% above the Kansas statewide median of $47.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 590 physical therapists employed in the Wichita metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.40 | $73,630 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.41 | $81,970 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.16 | $100,170 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.91 | $107,970 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.47 | $123,700 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Wichita ranks
- 171st of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 66th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Kansas 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 Wichita run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.16 median hour buys what $54.15 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Wichita paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,734
- Per year: $86,688
- Per month: $7,224
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wichita metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wichita
| 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 Kansas
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Olathe, KS
$68k–$85k/ year
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Hospitals in Wichita
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Va Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Heart Hospital Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wesley Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Corterra Of Wichita Llc Wichita, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enid, OK | 93 mi | $50.30/hr | 50,519 |
| Manhattan, KS | 111 mi | $46.45/hr | 54,700 |
| Topeka, KS | 129 mi | $47.89/hr | 125,467 |
| Tulsa, OK | 134 mi | $47.91/hr | 415,154 |
| Edmond, OK | 139 mi | $48.35/hr | 99,040 |
| Lawrence, KS | 143 mi | $48.82/hr | 97,271 |
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 Wichita
Wichita city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Wichita, KS?
Physical Therapists in the Wichita metro area have a median pay of $48.16 per hour, about $100,170 a year. The middle half earn between $39.41 and $51.91 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wichita a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Wichita ranks 66th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 171st of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Wichita?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, led by Wichita Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Wichita 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 Wichita?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wichita 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 Wichita?
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Your PT pay reportWichita, KS · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Lifepoint Rehabilitation, LLCGarden City, KS · 1 wage offer$57.00/ hr$57–$57
- Occupational Health Centers of Kansas, P.A.Olathe, KS · 1 wage offer$55.00/ hr$50–$60
- 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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