Physical Therapist salary in Montana
Physical Therapists in Montana earn a median of $44.67 per hour, about $92,910 a year, 8% below the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $38.16 and $49.26 per hour. The highest median among Montana metro areas is in Billings, MT, at $47.96 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $44.67median pay per hour
- $92,910median pay per year
- 1,230physical therapists employed in Montana
- #48of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in Montana: percentiles
| Level | Montana per hour | Montana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.48 | $75,880 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $38.16 | $79,370 | $40.13 |
| Median | $44.67 | $92,910 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $49.26 | $102,460 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $54.14 | $112,610 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in Montana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Montana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | $47.96 | $99,750 | 200 | 7% above | $51.28 |
| Bozeman, MT | $46.26 | $96,220 | 160 | 4% above | $45.13 |
| Missoula, MT | $39.84 | $82,870 | 180 | 11% below | $41.31 |
| Helena, MT | $39.79 | $82,770 | 110 | 11% below | $41.59 |
| Great Falls, MT | $39.65 | $82,470 | 90 | 11% below | $40.94 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Physical Therapist pay in states next to Montana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Montana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho | $45.00 | $93,610 | 1% above Montana |
| North Dakota | $41.43 | $86,180 | 7% below Montana |
| South Dakota | $42.90 | $89,240 | 4% below Montana |
| Wyoming | $48.62 | $101,130 | 9% above Montana |
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Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in Montana?
The median is $44.67 per hour, about $92,910 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $36.48 and the top 10% earn over $54.14 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Montana city pays physical therapists the most?
Among Montana metro areas, Billings, MT has the highest median at $47.96 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Montana rank for physical therapist pay?
Montana ranks 48th of 50 states by median physical therapist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Northeast Montana Health ServicesPoplar, MT · 1 wage offer$45.00/ hr$45–$45
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$73.08/ hr$63–$83
- AmedisysPlymouth, MA · 3 postings$69.71/ hr$60–$85
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