PermanentPosted today
Physical Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$31.00–$54.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Lorain, OH
Physical Therapists in the Lorain area earn a median of $48.96 per hour, about $101,830 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $41.68 and $53.85. That ranks 109th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 113th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Lorain. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lorain.
- $48.96median pay per hour, Cleveland
- $42–$54typical range per hour
- 1,880physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Lorain, OH
The metro median is 2% above the Ohio statewide median of $47.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 1,880 physical therapists employed in the Cleveland metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.33 | $77,650 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.68 | $86,690 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.96 | $101,830 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.85 | $112,010 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.87 | $124,530 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Lorain ranks
- 109th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 113th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Lorain
- Overall prices in Cleveland run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.96 median hour buys what $52.13 buys at the national price level, 7% 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$1,763
- Per year: $88,128
- Per month: $7,344
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Cleveland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lorain
| 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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Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
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Hospitals in Lorain
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lorain, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Regional Medical Center Lorain, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Clear Vista Health & Wellness Lorain, OH | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elyria, OH | 6 mi | $48.96/hr | 53,604 |
| Parma, OH | 24 mi | $48.96/hr | 79,350 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 37 mi | $48.24/hr | 50,979 |
| Akron, OH | 42 mi | $48.24/hr | 189,664 |
| Canton, OH | 61 mi | $46.75/hr | 69,211 |
| Toledo, OH | 74 mi | $48.31/hr | 265,638 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Ohio · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
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.
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Lorain, OH?
Physical Therapists in the Cleveland metro area have a median pay of $48.96 per hour, about $101,830 a year. The middle half earn between $41.68 and $53.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lorain a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Cleveland ranks 113th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 109th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Lorain?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Lorain, led by Mercy Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Lorain 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 Lorain?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lorain 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 Lorain?
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Your PT pay reportLorain, 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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