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Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Select Medical · Baltimore, MD
$80k–$100k/ year
Physical Therapist jobs in Baltimore, MD
Pay for physical therapists in the Baltimore area centers on $49.73 per hour, or about $103,440 a year. The lower quarter earns under $45.63 and the upper quarter over $58.40. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. That ranks 83rd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 263rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Baltimore.
- $49.73median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $46–$58typical range per hour
- 2,220physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Physical Therapist, Comprehensive Medical Rehabilitation Unit, Spinal Cord Injury Unit
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Physical Therapist II, Brain Injury Unit
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Physical Therapist
Ascension Health · Baltimore, MD
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Per diemPosted 17 days ago
PRN Physical Therapist
Mercy Medical Center · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Wound Care Physical Therapist
Mercy Medical Center · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Physical Therapist I
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Physical Therapist, CMR Unit
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 25 days ago
Physical Therapist II, Stroke (CVA) Unit
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Baltimore, MD
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Per diemPosted 27 days ago
Physical Therapist, PRN
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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Get my free pay reportPhysical Therapist pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is 1% below the Maryland statewide median of $50.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 2,220 physical therapists employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.32 | $79,710 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.63 | $94,910 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.73 | $103,440 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $58.40 | $121,470 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.13 | $133,390 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 83rd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 263rd 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 Baltimore
- Overall prices in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.73 median hour buys what $47.59 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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 Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,790
- Per year: $89,514
- Per month: $7,460
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Baltimore
| 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).
Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore, 4 of the 12 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $50.42/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $50.42/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $50.42/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $50.42/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $50.42/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $50.42/hr | 89,537 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Maryland · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maryland
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maryland taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Baltimore
Baltimore city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Baltimore, MD?
Physical Therapists in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $49.73 per hour, about $103,440 a year. The middle half earn between $45.63 and $58.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 263rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 83rd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Baltimore?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Baltimore. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Baltimore.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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 Baltimore?
The federal per diem benchmark in Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Baltimore and across Maryland. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Baltimore.
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Your PT pay reportBaltimore, MD · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Tender Touch Rehab Services LLCBaltimore, MD · 2 wage offers$47.20/ hr$45–$50
- BrightSpring Health ServicesGAITHERSBURG, MD · 3 postings$59.56/ hr$48–$72
- Select MedicalWestminster, MD · 4 postings$48.44/ hr$38–$60
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLa Plata, MD · 3 postings$48.36/ hr$39–$64
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$45.17High$59
25 PT postings with published pay in Maryland, 22 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 25 PT roles
- Sports Physical Therapist, Day Shift, Outpatient RehabPermanent$97k–$111k/ year
- Physical Therapist IIPermanent$42.64–$64.00/ hour
+ 23 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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