PermanentPosted today
Physical Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$31.00–$54.00/ hour
New this week
Physical Therapist jobs in Newark, OH
Physical Therapists in the Newark area earn a median of $48.74 per hour, about $101,390 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.67 and $52.43. That ranks 122nd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 155th of 338 once local prices are factored in. 10 open roles with published pay are listed for Newark and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Newark.
- $48.74median pay per hour, Columbus
- $39–$52typical range per hour
- 2,020physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 10open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Physical Therapist roles near Newark
Roles in other cities of the Columbus area.
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
New this week
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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Part-time
Select Medical · Grove City, OH
$45.00–$50.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Pelvic Health
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$80k–$110k/ year
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Vestibular/Concussion
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$80k–$110k/ year
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Delaware, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Dublin, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus
Select Medical · Pickerington, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Westerville, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
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Get my free pay reportPhysical Therapist pay in Newark, 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 2,020 physical therapists employed in the Columbus metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.67 | $76,270 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.67 | $80,430 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.74 | $101,390 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.43 | $109,050 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.17 | $120,990 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Newark ranks
- 122nd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 155th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 Newark
- Overall prices in Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.74 median hour buys what $51.05 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 Newark paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,755
- Per year: $87,732
- Per month: $7,311
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Newark
| 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 Newark
CMS lists 1 hospital in Newark, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licking Memorial Hospital Newark, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 30 mi | $48.74/hr | 933,263 |
| Springfield, OH | 73 mi | $48.60/hr | 58,138 |
| Canton, OH | 75 mi | $46.75/hr | 69,211 |
| Akron, OH | 84 mi | $48.24/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 89 mi | $48.24/hr | 50,979 |
| Elyria, OH | 91 mi | $48.96/hr | 53,604 |
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.
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Newark
Newark city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Newark, OH?
Physical Therapists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $48.74 per hour, about $101,390 a year. The middle half earn between $38.67 and $52.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Newark a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 155th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 122nd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Newark?
We list 10 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Columbus area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Newark.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Newark 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 Newark?
The federal per diem benchmark in Newark 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 Newark?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Newark and across Ohio. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Newark.
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Your PT pay reportNewark, 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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