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Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Physical Therapist jobs in Grand Rapids, MI
Physical Therapists in the Grand Rapids area earn a median of $47.67 per hour, about $99,160 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.52 and $49.55. That ranks 200th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 193rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids. The free report below lists employers near Grand Rapids and what they pay.
- $47.67median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $40–$50typical range per hour
- 1,050physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Grand Rapids. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist Inpatient Peds PRN
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Physical Therapist Outpatient
Corewell Health · Grand Rapids, MI
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Physical Therapist pay in Grand Rapids, MI
The metro median is in line with the Michigan statewide median of $47.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 physical therapists employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.34 | $77,670 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.52 | $82,200 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.67 | $99,160 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.55 | $103,060 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.14 | $106,370 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Grand Rapids ranks
- 200th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 193rd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 14 Michigan 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.67 median hour buys what $49.89 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Grand Rapids paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,716
- Per year: $85,806
- Per month: $7,150
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Rapids
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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).
Open Physical Therapist roles in Michigan
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Grand Rapids as they open.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Grand Ledge, MI
$75k–$95k/ year
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Part-Time
Select Medical · Lansing, MI
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Fenton, MI
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
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In Home Staff Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Select Medical · Haslett, MI
$85k–$95k/ year
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Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Battle Creek, MI
$50.00–$65.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Okemos, MI
$45.00–$55.00/ hour
Hospitals in Grand Rapids
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $47.67/hr | 78,559 |
| Kentwood, MI | 6 mi | $47.67/hr | 54,768 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 48 mi | $46.68/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 51 mi | $43.20/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 58 mi | $47.53/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 89 mi | $49.36/hr | 53,690 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Grand Rapids, MI?
Physical Therapists in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $47.67 per hour, about $99,160 a year. The middle half earn between $39.52 and $49.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Rapids a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 193rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 200th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Grand Rapids?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Grand Rapids as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Grand Rapids?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Rapids is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Grand Rapids?
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Your PT pay reportGrand Rapids, MI · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Great Lakes Home Health Services, Inc.Jackson, MI · 3 wage offers$50.48/ hr$48–$53
- Optimum Plus Home Care LLCSouthfield, MI · 2 wage offers$45.34/ hr$43–$48
- Select MedicalGrand Ledge, MI · 7 postings$45.00/ hr$36–$65
- T.O.N.E. Home Health Services, Inc.Farmington Hills, MI · 3 wage offers$42.55/ hr$41–$43
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$40Median$45.00High$55
7 PT postings with published pay in Michigan, 4 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$75k–$95k/ year
- Physical Therapist - Part-TimePermanent$40.00–$50.00/ hour
+ 5 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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