PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Select Medical · Kalamazoo, MI
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Physical Therapist jobs in Kalamazoo, MI
The median physical therapist pay in the Kalamazoo area is $46.68 per hour ($97,100 a year), with the typical range running from $40.11 to $51.93. That ranks 246th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 214th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kalamazoo.
- $46.68median pay per hour, Kalamazoo
- $40–$52typical range per hour
- 190physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physical Therapist roles in Kalamazoo
2 more open roles from employers in Kalamazoo. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Pediatric Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Kalamazoo, MI
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Physical Therapist pay in Kalamazoo, MI
The metro median is 2% below the Michigan statewide median of $47.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 190 physical therapists employed in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.28 | $77,540 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.11 | $83,430 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.68 | $97,100 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.93 | $108,010 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.70 | $128,340 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Kalamazoo ranks
- 246th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 214th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th 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 Kalamazoo-Portage run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 81.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.68 median hour buys what $49.22 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Kalamazoo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,680
- Per year: $84,024
- Per month: $7,002
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kalamazoo
| 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 Michigan
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Kalamazoo 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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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Fenton, MI
$40.00–$50.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
In Home Staff Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Select Medical · Haslett, MI
$85k–$95k/ year
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Battle Creek, MI
$50.00–$65.00/ hour
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Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Okemos, MI
$45.00–$55.00/ hour
Hospitals in Kalamazoo
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kalamazoo Behavioral Health Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 18 mi | $43.20/hr | 52,205 |
| Kentwood, MI | 42 mi | $47.67/hr | 54,768 |
| Wyoming, MI | 43 mi | $47.67/hr | 78,559 |
| Elkhart, IN | 45 mi | $49.36/hr | 53,690 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 48 mi | $47.67/hr | 200,117 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 51 mi | $47.74/hr | 51,020 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Michigan · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
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.
Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Kalamazoo, MI?
Physical Therapists in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area have a median pay of $46.68 per hour, about $97,100 a year. The middle half earn between $40.11 and $51.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kalamazoo a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Kalamazoo-Portage ranks 214th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 246th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Kalamazoo?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, led by Bronson Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Kalamazoo and across Michigan. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Kalamazoo.
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Your PT pay reportKalamazoo, 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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