PermanentPosted today
Physical Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$31.00–$54.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Springfield, OH
The median physical therapist pay in the Springfield area is $48.60 per hour ($101,090 a year), with the typical range running from $44.14 to $49.63. That ranks 137th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 75th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Springfield. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.
- $48.60median pay per hour, Springfield
- $44–$50typical range per hour
- 60physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Springfield, 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 60 physical therapists employed in the Springfield metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.72 | $72,220 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $44.14 | $91,810 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.60 | $101,090 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.63 | $103,230 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.37 | $117,250 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 137th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 75th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 38% below the U.S. average (index 61.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.60 median hour buys what $53.71 buys at the national price level, 11% 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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Named employers near Springfield, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,750
- Per year: $87,480
- Per month: $7,290
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| 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
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Springfield as they open.
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Select Medical · Columbus, OH
$75k–$110k/ year
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Hospitals in Springfield
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Regional Medical Center Springfield, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital Springfield, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Mental Health Services For Clark And Madison Cos Springfield, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OH | 24 mi | $49.15/hr | 136,346 |
| Kettering, OH | 25 mi | $49.15/hr | 57,028 |
| Middletown, OH | 42 mi | $48.11/hr | 52,291 |
| Columbus, OH | 43 mi | $48.74/hr | 933,263 |
| Hamilton, OH | 55 mi | $48.11/hr | 63,953 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 66 mi | $48.11/hr | 314,915 |
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 Springfield
Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Springfield, OH?
Physical Therapists in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $48.60 per hour, about $101,090 a year. The middle half earn between $44.14 and $49.63 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 75th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 137th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Springfield?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, led by Springfield Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Springfield 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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 Springfield?
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Your PT pay reportSpringfield, 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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