Physical Therapist salary in New Jersey
Physical Therapists in New Jersey earn a median of $51.11 per hour, about $106,310 a year, 5% above the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $43.58 and $60.49 per hour. The highest median among New Jersey metro areas is in Trenton-Princeton, NJ, at $49.92 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $51.11median pay per hour
- $106,310median pay per year
- 7,760physical therapists employed in New Jersey
- #3of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in New Jersey: percentiles
| Level | New Jersey per hour | New Jersey per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.57 | $80,230 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $43.58 | $90,650 | $40.13 |
| Median | $51.11 | $106,310 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $60.49 | $125,820 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $66.65 | $138,630 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs New Jersey median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $49.92 | $103,830 | 280 | 2% below | $48.38 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $48.79 | $101,480 | 150 | 5% below | — |
| Vineland, NJ | $47.87 | $99,570 | 70 | 6% below | $49.88 |
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 New Jersey
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $49.58 | $103,120 | 3% below New Jersey |
| New York | $47.80 | $99,430 | 6% below New Jersey |
| Pennsylvania | $47.87 | $99,570 | 6% below New Jersey |
What employers are posting in New Jersey
- 34roles with published pay
- $47.12median pay per hour
- $38–$55typical published range
- 6employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | 22 | $47.12 |
| Capital Health System | 5 | $49.19 |
| Centrastate Healthcare System | 3 | $53.16 |
| Saint Lukes University Health Network | 2 | $48.66 |
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 1 | $45.14 |
| LifePoint Health | 1 | $44.12 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 34 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in New Jersey?
The median is $51.11 per hour, about $106,310 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $38.57 and the top 10% earn over $66.65 (BLS, May 2024).
Which New Jersey city pays physical therapists the most?
Among New Jersey metro areas, Trenton-Princeton, NJ has the highest median at $49.92 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does New Jersey rank for physical therapist pay?
New Jersey ranks 3rd 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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- Pain And Disability InstituteJersey City, NJ · 2 wage offers$65.00/ hr$65–$65
- Ultra Comprehensive Physical Therapy, LLCClifton, NJ · 2 wage offers$61.25/ hr$55–$70
- Centrastate Healthcare SystemMarlboro, NJ · 3 postings$53.16/ hr$39–$67
- Seaview Orthopaedics & Medical Associates, LLPOcean, NJ · 2 wage offers$50.95/ hr$49–$53
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