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UW Health · Madison, WI
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Physical Therapist jobs in Madison, WI
Physical Therapists in the Madison area earn a median of $48.81 per hour, about $101,530 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $42.01 and $53.46. That ranks 117th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 187th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Madison. The free report below lists employers near Madison and what they pay.
- $48.81median pay per hour, Madison
- $42–$53typical range per hour
- 830physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physical Therapist roles in Madison
5 more open roles from employers in Madison. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Physical Therapist - Sports Rehab
UW Health · Madison, WI
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Physical Therapist-PRN
Select Medical · Madison, WI
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Physical Therapist - Per Diem
Select Medical · Madison, WI
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Physical Therapist
SSM Health · Madison, WI
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Physical Therapist pay in Madison, WI
The metro median is 1% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $48.29 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 830 physical therapists employed in the Madison metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.27).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.78 | $76,500 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $42.01 | $87,380 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.81 | $101,530 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.46 | $111,200 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.49 | $123,740 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Madison ranks
- 117th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 12 Wisconsin 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 Madison run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.81 median hour buys what $50.17 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Madison paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,757
- Per year: $87,858
- Per month: $7,322
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Madison metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Madison
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $124 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,428 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,564 |
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 Wisconsin
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Madison as they open.
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Physical Therapist
Mayo Clinic · Rice Lake, WI
$85k–$128k/ year
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Physical Therapist - Prevea Outpatient - Green Bay Area
Hospital Sisters Health System · Green Bay, WI
$37.71–$56.57/ hour
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Physical Therapist- Outpatient Clinics
Mercy · Wisconsin
$81k–$121k/ year
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Physical Therapist - Acute Care
Hospital Sisters Health System · Green Bay, WI
$37.71–$56.57/ hour
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Neurologic Physical Therapist - Prevea Outpatient
Hospital Sisters Health System · Green Bay, WI
$37.71–$56.57/ hour
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Physical Therapist - Prevea Outpatient - Northern Market
Hospital Sisters Health System · Oconto Falls, WI
$37.71–$56.57/ hour
Hospitals in Madison
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison, 4 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Va Medical Center Madison, WI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Unitypoint Health - Meriter Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority Madison, WI | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - Madison Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mendota Mental Health Institute Madison, WI | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 35 mi | $48.20/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukesha, WI | 60 mi | $48.86/hr | 71,461 |
| Rockford, IL | 60 mi | $48.51/hr | 147,486 |
| West Allis, WI | 71 mi | $48.86/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 74 mi | $48.86/hr | 563,531 |
| Dubuque, IA | 76 mi | $46.31/hr | 58,987 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Wisconsin · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Madison city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Madison, WI?
Physical Therapists in the Madison metro area have a median pay of $48.81 per hour, about $101,530 a year. The middle half earn between $42.01 and $53.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Madison a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Madison ranks 187th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Madison?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison, led by Madison Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Madison as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Madison?
The federal per diem benchmark in Madison is $124 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,428 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Madison?
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Your PT pay reportMadison, WI · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Grandison Management, Inc.Madison, WI · 1 wage offer$37.24/ hr$37–$37
- Enhance Rehabilitation LLCKenosha, WI · 1 wage offer$53.00/ hr$53–$53
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemGreen Bay, WI · 4 postings$47.14/ hr$38–$57
- Powerback Rehabilitation, LLCAmery, WI · 1 wage offer$46.06/ hr$41–$51
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$47.14High$59
6 PT postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$85k–$128k/ year
- Physical Therapist - Prevea Outpatient - Green Bay AreaPermanent$37.71–$56.57/ hour
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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