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Physical Therapist jobs in Harrisburg, PA
Physical Therapists in the Harrisburg area earn a median of $47.54 per hour, about $98,880 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.34 and $53.09. That ranks 204th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 248th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg. The free report below lists employers near Harrisburg and what they pay.
- $47.54median pay per hour, Harrisburg
- $38–$53typical range per hour
- 710physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Harrisburg, PA
The metro median is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $47.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 710 physical therapists employed in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.51 | $75,940 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.34 | $79,750 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.54 | $98,880 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.09 | $110,430 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.92 | $132,950 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Harrisburg ranks
- 204th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 248th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th 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.
What your pay buys in Harrisburg
- Overall prices in Harrisburg-Carlisle run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.54 median hour buys what $48.19 buys at the national price level, 1% below 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$1,711
- Per year: $85,572
- Per month: $7,131
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Harrisburg
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $124 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,386 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,018 |
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. 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 Harrisburg as they open.
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Hospitals in Harrisburg
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals Harrisburg, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute Harrisburg, PA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 35 mi | $47.81/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 51 mi | $46.91/hr | 96,000 |
| Frederick, MD | 65 mi | $50.42/hr | 89,537 |
| Baltimore, MD | 69 mi | $49.73/hr | 568,271 |
| Allentown, PA | 77 mi | $48.02/hr | 127,138 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 80 mi | $50.42/hr | 70,686 |
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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 Harrisburg, PA?
Physical Therapists in the Harrisburg-Carlisle metro area have a median pay of $47.54 per hour, about $98,880 a year. The middle half earn between $38.34 and $53.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Harrisburg a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Harrisburg-Carlisle ranks 248th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 204th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Harrisburg?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Harrisburg, led by Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
The federal per diem benchmark in Harrisburg is $124 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,386 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Harrisburg?
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Your PT pay reportHarrisburg, 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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