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Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Orthopedics
Advocate Health · Winston Salem, NC
$38.20–$57.30/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Winston-Salem, NC
The median physical therapist pay in the Winston-Salem area is $47.04 per hour ($97,840 a year), with the typical range running from $39.49 to $53.69. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Winston-Salem. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Winston-Salem. The free report below lists employers near Winston-Salem and what they pay.
- $47.04median pay per hour, Winston
- $39–$54typical range per hour
- 410physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Physical Therapist roles in Winston-Salem
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Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Pediatrics
Advocate Health · Winston Salem, NC
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Per diemPosted 8 days ago
Physical Therapist, PRN, Pediatrics
Advocate Health · Winston Salem, NC
$49.00–$49.00/ hour
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1 more open role from employers in Winston-Salem. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Physical Therapist (PT)
Genesis Healthcare · Winston Salem, NC
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Get my free pay reportPhysical Therapist pay in Winston-Salem, NC
The metro median is 1% above the North Carolina statewide median of $46.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 410 physical therapists employed in the Winston-Salem metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.91 | $70,530 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.49 | $82,140 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.04 | $97,840 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.69 | $111,680 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.36 | $123,470 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Winston-Salem ranks
- 233rd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 152nd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 13 North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem
- Overall prices in Winston-Salem run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.04 median hour buys what $51.11 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Winston-Salem paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,693
- Per year: $84,672
- Per month: $7,056
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Winston-Salem metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Winston-Salem
| 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).
Hospitals in Winston-Salem
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Winston-Salem, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health Medical Park Hospital Winston-Salem, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| North Carolina Baptist Hospital Winston-Salem, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Winston-Salem, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Old Vineyard Youth Services Winston Salem, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point, NC | 17 mi | $45.04/hr | 118,601 |
| Greensboro, NC | 24 mi | $45.04/hr | 307,381 |
| Burlington, NC | 44 mi | $46.51/hr | 61,365 |
| Mooresville, NC | 48 mi | $48.23/hr | 52,884 |
| Kannapolis, NC | 48 mi | $48.23/hr | 60,521 |
| Concord, NC | 53 mi | $48.23/hr | 112,395 |
Physical Therapist jobs in North Carolina · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Winston-Salem, NC?
Physical Therapists in the Winston-Salem metro area have a median pay of $47.04 per hour, about $97,840 a year. The middle half earn between $39.49 and $53.69 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Winston-Salem a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Winston-Salem ranks 152nd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 233rd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Winston-Salem?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Winston-Salem. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Winston-Salem.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Winston-Salem as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem?
The federal per diem benchmark in Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Winston-Salem and across North Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Winston-Salem.
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Your PT pay reportWinston-Salem, NC · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Amedisys Holding LLCBurlington, NC · 2 wage offers$62.50/ hr$58–$67
- Humana Inc.Lumberton, NC · 2 wage offers$57.34/ hr$46–$68
- BrightSpring Health ServicesHIGH POINT, NC · 9 postings$55.50/ hr$40–$58
- AmedisysFayetteville, NC · 4 postings$53.48/ hr$41–$62
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$47.75High$58
38 PT postings with published pay in North Carolina, 37 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 38 PT roles
- Physical Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$58.00/ hour
- Physical Therapist, FloatPermanent$41.10–$61.65/ hour
+ 36 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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