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Physical Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$31.00–$54.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Physical Therapists in the Cuyahoga Falls area earn a median of $48.24 per hour, about $100,340 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.36 and $50.38. That ranks 162nd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 131st of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Cuyahoga Falls. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cuyahoga Falls.
- $48.24median pay per hour, Akron
- $38–$50typical range per hour
- 540physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
The metro median is 1% above the Ohio statewide median of $47.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 540 physical therapists employed in the Akron metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.24 | $73,300 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.36 | $79,790 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.24 | $100,340 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.38 | $104,790 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.44 | $119,480 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Cuyahoga Falls ranks
- 162nd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 131st of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 12 Ohio 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 Cuyahoga Falls
- Overall prices in Akron run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.24 median hour buys what $51.67 buys at the national price level, 6% 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$1,737
- Per year: $86,832
- Per month: $7,236
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Akron metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cuyahoga Falls
| 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 Ohio
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Hospitals in Cuyahoga Falls
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cuyahoga Falls, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summa Western Reserve Hospital Cuyahoga Falls, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron, OH | 7 mi | $48.24/hr | 189,664 |
| Parma, OH | 17 mi | $48.96/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 21 mi | $48.96/hr | 365,379 |
| Canton, OH | 28 mi | $46.75/hr | 69,211 |
| Elyria, OH | 32 mi | $48.96/hr | 53,604 |
| Lorain, OH | 37 mi | $48.96/hr | 65,751 |
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License and tax basics in Ohio
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Cuyahoga Falls, OH?
Physical Therapists in the Akron metro area have a median pay of $48.24 per hour, about $100,340 a year. The middle half earn between $38.36 and $50.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cuyahoga Falls a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Akron ranks 131st of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 162nd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Cuyahoga Falls?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Cuyahoga Falls, led by Summa Western Reserve Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Cuyahoga Falls as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Cuyahoga Falls?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cuyahoga Falls 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.
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Your PT pay reportCuyahoga Falls, OH · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- University Hospitals Home Care Services, Inc.Warrensville Heights, OH · 1 wage offer$49.86/ hr$50–$50
- Functional Pathways of TN, LLCCenterville, OH · 1 wage offer$47.50/ hr$48–$48
- OVATION Rehabilitation Services, LLCCanal Fulton, OH · 1 wage offer$47.50/ hr$45–$50
- Select MedicalColumbus, OH · 13 postings$44.47/ hr$31–$54
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$36Median$44.47High$53
14 PT postings with published pay in Ohio, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 PT roles
- Physical Therapist - Full-timePermanent$31.00–$54.00/ hour
- Physical TherapistPermanent$75k–$110k/ year
+ 12 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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