Per diemPosted 3 days ago
Physical Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$39.08–$58.14/ hour
New this week
Physical Therapist jobs in Grand Island, NE
Physical Therapists in the Grand Island area earn a median of $40.27 per hour, about $83,770 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.05 and $46.41. That ranks 359th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 284th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Grand Island. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Island.
- $40.27median pay per hour, Grand Island
- $37–$46typical range per hour
- 90physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Grand Island, NE
The metro median is 13% below the Nebraska statewide median of $46.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 90 physical therapists employed in the Grand Island metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.38).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.65 | $76,230 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.05 | $77,060 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.27 | $83,770 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.41 | $96,530 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.91 | $103,810 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Grand Island ranks
- 359th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 284th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Nebraska 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.
What your pay buys in Grand Island
- Overall prices in Grand Island run 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 38% below the U.S. average (index 61.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.27 median hour buys what $46.47 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,450
- Per year: $72,486
- Per month: $6,040
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Island metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Island
| 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 Nebraska
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Physical Therapist / PT, Home Health
AccentCare · Omaha, NE
$86k–$96k/ year
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist (PT)
Avera Health · O'Neill, NE
$37.25–$56.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Physical Therapist
Avera Health · O'Neill, NE
$37.25–$56.25/ hour
Hospitals in Grand Island
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Grand Island, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health St. Francis Grand Island, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Grand Island Regional Medical Center Grand Island, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NE | 88 mi | $46.29/hr | 300,619 |
| Omaha, NE | 122 mi | $47.28/hr | 489,265 |
| Bellevue, NE | 127 mi | $47.28/hr | 64,777 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 132 mi | $47.28/hr | 62,665 |
| Sioux City, IA | 149 mi | $41.81/hr | 86,875 |
| Manhattan, KS | 151 mi | $46.45/hr | 54,700 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Nebraska · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nebraska taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Grand Island
Grand Island city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Grand Island, NE?
Physical Therapists in the Grand Island metro area have a median pay of $40.27 per hour, about $83,770 a year. The middle half earn between $37.05 and $46.41 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Island a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Island ranks 284th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 359th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Grand Island?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Grand Island, led by Chi Health St. Francis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Grand Island as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Island?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Island 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 Grand Island?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Grand Island and across Nebraska. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Grand Island.
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Your PT pay reportGrand Island, NE · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- North Platte, Nebraska Hospital CorporationNorth Platte, NE · 1 wage offer$47.41/ hr$47–$47
- Avera HealthO'Neill, NE · 2 postings$46.75/ hr$37–$56
- Webster County Community HospitalRed Cloud, NE · 2 wage offers$35.75/ hr$35–$37
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$37Median$46.75High$58
4 PT postings with published pay in Nebraska, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPer diem$39.08–$58.14/ hour
- Physical Therapist / PT, Home HealthPermanent$86k–$96k/ year
+ 2 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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