NV · Carson City · Updated October 15, 2026

Physical Therapist jobs in Carson City, NV

The median physical therapist pay in the Carson City area is $55.71 per hour ($115,880 a year), with the typical range running from $49.40 to $55.71. That ranks 23rd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 24th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Carson City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Carson City.

Physical Therapist pay in Carson City, NV

The metro median is 10% above the Nevada statewide median of $50.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 50 physical therapists employed in the Carson City metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$45.25$94,1207% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$49.40$102,7502% above U.S. median
Median$55.71$115,88015% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$55.71$115,88015% above U.S. median
Top 10%$69.88$145,35044% above U.S. median

How Carson City ranks

  • 23rd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 24th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 3 Nevada 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 Carson City

  • Overall prices in Carson City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.2).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $55.71 median hour buys what $56.77 buys at the national price level, 17% 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.

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Estimated weekly gross$2,006
  • Per year: $100,278
  • Per month: $8,356
  • Nevada has no state income tax on wages.

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Carson City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Carson City

ItemFederal 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 Nevada

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Carson City as they open.

PermanentPosted today

Physical Therapist

Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV

$102k–$159k/ year
  • Full-time
  • Req 889011100
Top 25% payNew this week
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago

Physical Therapist

CommonSpirit Health · Henderson, NV

$45.26–$67.32/ hour
  • Full Time
  • Req 101704229232
Top 25% payNew this week
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Hospitals in Carson City

CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
Carson City, NV
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Physical Therapist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Reno, NV28 mi$49.52/hr281,714
Sparks, NV29 mi$49.52/hr111,520
Folsom, CA82 mi$62.58/hr88,091
Rocklin, CA84 mi$62.58/hr75,129
Lincoln, CA85 mi$62.58/hr56,268
Roseville, CA89 mi$62.58/hr163,304

Physical Therapist jobs in Nevada · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Nevada

DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.

Nevada state guide

Other healthcare roles in Carson City

Carson City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do physical therapists make in Carson City, NV?

Physical Therapists in the Carson City metro area have a median pay of $55.71 per hour, about $115,880 a year. The middle half earn between $49.40 and $55.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Carson City a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?

Carson City ranks 24th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.

Where do physical therapists work in Carson City?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Carson City, led by Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Nevada license to work in Carson City as a physical therapist?

DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Carson City?

The federal per diem benchmark in Carson City 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 Carson City?

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Your PT pay reportCarson City, NV · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings

1Pay for your role at other employers

  • Humana Inc.Fernley, NV · 1 wage offer$50.20/ hr$41–$59
  • Ati Holdings, LLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$48.76/ hr$49–$49
  • Select MedicalLas Vegas, NV · 3 postings$47.36/ hr$42–$53
  • Grandison Management, Inc.Las Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$42.08/ hr$42–$42

Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.

2What they are offering now

Low$42Median$47.36High$72

5 PT postings with published pay in Nevada, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 5 PT roles

  1. Physical TherapistPermanent
    $102k–$159k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV · posted today
  2. Physical Therapist - $16,000 sign on bonusPermanent
    $87k–$110k/ year
    Select Medical · Las Vegas, NV · posted 3 days ago

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