PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Physical Therapist Inpatient, Part-Time - Sunnyview Rehab Hospital
Trinity Health · New York
$43.73–$56.58/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Rochester, NY
The median physical therapist pay in the Rochester area is $37.76 per hour ($78,550 a year), with the typical range running from $34.81 to $47.24. That ranks 373rd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 338th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Rochester. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rochester.
- $37.76median pay per hour, Rochester
- $35–$47typical range per hour
- 1,030physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Rochester, NY
The metro median is 21% below the New York statewide median of $47.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 1,030 physical therapists employed in the Rochester metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.00 | $62,400 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.81 | $72,400 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.76 | $78,550 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.24 | $98,260 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $52.27 | $108,720 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 373rd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 338th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 11 New York 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.76 median hour buys what $38.91 buys at the national price level, 20% 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$1,359
- Per year: $67,968
- Per month: $5,664
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rochester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,484 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,292 |
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 New York
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Rochester as they open.
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Physical Therapist - Homecare - Eddy Visiting Nurse & Rehab Assoc.
Trinity Health · New York
$43.73–$56.58/ hour
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Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation| Full-time, days
NewYork-Presbyterian · New York
$117k–$132k/ year
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Physical Therapist
Amedisys · Niagara Falls, NY
$50.00–$56.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist - Inpatient
United Health Services · Johnson City, NY
$40.70–$61.05/ hour
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - Part Time
Guthrie Healthcare System · Binghamton, NY
$37.65–$59.62/ hour
Hospitals in Rochester
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Strong Memorial Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Rochester General Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Specialty Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Rochester Psychiatric Center Rochester, NY | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, NY | 66 mi | $42.47/hr | 276,617 |
| Syracuse, NY | 75 mi | $42.72/hr | 146,097 |
| Utica, NY | 121 mi | $40.45/hr | 63,660 |
| Erie, PA | 145 mi | $44.17/hr | 92,940 |
| Scranton, PA | 158 mi | $46.52/hr | 75,905 |
| Schenectady, NY | 188 mi | $42.73/hr | 69,495 |
Physical Therapist jobs in New York · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New York
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New York taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Rochester
Rochester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Rochester, NY?
Physical Therapists in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $37.76 per hour, about $78,550 a year. The middle half earn between $34.81 and $47.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 338th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 373rd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Rochester?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester, led by Highland Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Rochester as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Rochester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $132 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,484 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your PT pay reportRochester, NY · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 4 postings$68.41/ hr$56–$81
- Trinity HealthNew York · 2 postings$50.16/ hr$44–$57
- Outreach Physical and Occupational Therapy and Speech Rehabilitation, PLLCGreat Neck, NY · 6 wage offers$49.44/ hr$45–$64
- Guthrie Healthcare SystemCorning, NY · 3 postings$48.63/ hr$38–$60
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$50.16High$69
13 PT postings with published pay in New York, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 PT roles
- Physical Therapist Inpatient, Part-Time - Sunnyview Rehab HospitalPermanent$43.73–$56.58/ hour
- Physical Therapist - Homecare - Eddy Visiting Nurse & Rehab Assoc.Permanent$43.73–$56.58/ hour
+ 11 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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