PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Erie, PA
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Physical Therapist jobs in Erie, PA
Physical Therapists in the Erie area earn a median of $44.17 per hour, about $91,870 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $36.81 and $47.39. That ranks 327th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 231st of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Erie. The free report below lists employers near Erie and what they pay.
- $44.17median pay per hour, Erie
- $37–$47typical range per hour
- 230physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physical Therapist roles in Erie
2 more open roles from employers in Erie. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Physical Therapist
Shriners Hospitals for Children · Erie, PA
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Physical Therapist pay in Erie, PA
The metro median is 8% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $47.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 230 physical therapists employed in the Erie metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.20).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.73 | $66,000 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.81 | $76,560 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $44.17 | $91,870 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.39 | $98,570 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.75 | $111,800 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Erie ranks
- 327th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 231st of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 15th of 15 Pennsylvania 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.
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- Overall prices in Erie run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 56.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $44.17 median hour buys what $48.57 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Erie paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,590
- Per year: $79,506
- Per month: $6,626
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Erie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Erie
| 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 Pennsylvania
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Erie as they open.
PermanentPosted today
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Bala Cynwyd, PA
$82k–$90k/ year
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Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Philadelphia, PA
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Lititz, PA
$78k–$95k/ year
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Physical Therapist
Amedisys · Washington, PA
$56.02–$62.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Bensalem, PA
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist
Select Medical · York, PA
$80k–$100k/ year
Hospitals in Erie
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Erie, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Vincent Hospital Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Upmc Hamot Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lecom Medical Center And Behavioral Health Pav Erie, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie Va Medical Center Erie, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OH | 76 mi | $45.08/hr | 59,123 |
| Buffalo, NY | 82 mi | $42.47/hr | 276,617 |
| Cleveland, OH | 94 mi | $48.96/hr | 365,379 |
| Parma, OH | 99 mi | $48.96/hr | 79,350 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 100 mi | $48.24/hr | 50,979 |
| Akron, OH | 104 mi | $48.24/hr | 189,664 |
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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Erie, PA?
Physical Therapists in the Erie metro area have a median pay of $44.17 per hour, about $91,870 a year. The middle half earn between $36.81 and $47.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Erie a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Erie ranks 231st of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 327th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Erie?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Erie, led by Saint Vincent Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Erie as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Erie?
The federal per diem benchmark in Erie 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 Erie?
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Your PT pay reportErie, PA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysWashington, PA · 3 postings$59.01/ hr$48–$69
- BrightSpring Health ServicesDOYLESTOWN, PA · 4 postings$52.19/ hr$46–$62
- Select MedicalBala Cynwyd, PA · 10 postings$45.39/ hr$32–$62
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$39Median$47.50High$61
17 PT postings with published pay in Pennsylvania, 14 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 17 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$82k–$90k/ year
- Physical Therapist - PRNPer diem$55.00–$60.00/ hour
+ 15 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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