Physical Therapist salary in Rhode Island
Physical Therapists in Rhode Island earn a median of $49.47 per hour, about $102,900 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $38.96 and $52.71 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $49.47median pay per hour
- $102,900median pay per year
- 1,420physical therapists employed in Rhode Island
- #11of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in Rhode Island: percentiles
| Level | Rhode Island per hour | Rhode Island per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.58 | $74,010 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $38.96 | $81,040 | $40.13 |
| Median | $49.47 | $102,900 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $52.71 | $109,640 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $62.59 | $130,190 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in Rhode Island
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Rhode Island median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick, RI-MA | $49.26 | $102,460 | 1,830 | in line with | $48.40 |
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 Rhode Island
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $49.87 | $103,720 | 1% above Rhode Island |
| Massachusetts | $49.17 | $102,260 | 1% below Rhode Island |
What employers are posting in Rhode Island
- 10roles with published pay
- $47.95median pay per hour
- $38–$58typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 6 | $47.95 |
| LifePoint Health | 2 | $43.75 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $59.86 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $59.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 10 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Physical Therapist jobs in Rhode Island · Physical Therapist salary nationwide · Rhode Island state guide
Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in Rhode Island?
The median is $49.47 per hour, about $102,900 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.58 and the top 10% earn over $62.59 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does Rhode Island rank for physical therapist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 11th 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Mass General BrighamEast Greenwich, RI · 6 postings$47.95/ hr$38–$58
- LifePoint HealthWarwick, RI · 2 postings$43.75/ hr$39–$49
- Grandison Management, Inc.Rhode Island · 3 wage offers$35.36/ hr$35–$35
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10 PT postings with published pay in Rhode Island, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$117k–$132k/ year
- Physical Therapist (PT), Med/SurgPermanent$39.00–$48.00/ hour
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.