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Veterans Health Administration · Reno, NV
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Physical Therapist jobs in Sparks, NV
Pay for physical therapists in the Sparks area centers on $49.52 per hour, or about $103,000 a year. The lower quarter earns under $47.02 and the upper quarter over $55.60. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sparks. That ranks 88th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 219th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Sparks and what they pay.
- $49.52median pay per hour, Reno
- $47–$56typical range per hour
- 270physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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ACUTE HOSPITAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST, Inpatient Unit, Per Diem **$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS**
Universal Health Services · Sparks, NV
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ACUTE HOSPITAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST, Inpatient Unit, Per Diem **$2,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS**
Universal Health Services · Sparks, NV
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The metro median is 2% below the Nevada statewide median of $50.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 270 physical therapists employed in the Reno metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.01 | $83,220 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $47.02 | $97,800 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.52 | $103,000 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.60 | $115,650 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.95 | $120,540 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Sparks ranks
- 88th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 219th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Sparks
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.52 median hour buys what $49.02 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 Sparks paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,783
- Per year: $89,136
- Per month: $7,428
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sparks
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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).
Hospitals in Sparks
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Nevada Medical Center Sparks, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dini-Townsend Hospital At Nnmh Sparks, NV | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 7 mi | $49.52/hr | 281,714 |
| Carson City, NV | 29 mi | $55.71/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 97 mi | $62.58/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 98 mi | $62.58/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 99 mi | $62.58/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 102 mi | $62.58/hr | 163,304 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Sparks
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Sparks, NV?
Physical Therapists in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $49.52 per hour, about $103,000 a year. The middle half earn between $47.02 and $55.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sparks a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 219th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 88th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Sparks?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Reno area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sparks.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Sparks 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 Sparks?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sparks is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Sparks?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Sparks and across Nevada. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Sparks.
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Your PT pay reportSparks, 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
- Physical TherapistPermanent$102k–$159k/ year
- Physical Therapist - $16,000 sign on bonusPermanent$87k–$110k/ year
+ 3 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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