Physical Therapist salary in Wisconsin
Physical Therapists in Wisconsin earn a median of $48.29 per hour, about $100,440 a year, 1% below the U.S. median of $48.57. The middle half earn between $41.59 and $52.08 per hour. The highest median among Wisconsin metro areas is in La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN, at $49.49 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $48.29median pay per hour
- $100,440median pay per year
- 5,240physical therapists employed in Wisconsin
- #25of 50 states by median pay
Physical Therapist pay in Wisconsin: percentiles
| Level | Wisconsin per hour | Wisconsin per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.92 | $78,870 | $35.78 |
| Lower quartile | $41.59 | $86,510 | $40.13 |
| Median | $48.29 | $100,440 | $48.57 |
| Upper quartile | $52.08 | $108,330 | $56.34 |
| Top 10% | $58.55 | $121,780 | $63.70 |
Physical Therapist pay by metro area in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Wisconsin median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN | $49.49 | $102,930 | 170 | 2% above | $53.93 |
| Sheboygan, WI | $48.93 | $101,770 | 100 | 1% above | $52.05 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $48.86 | $101,620 | 1,640 | 1% above | $50.40 |
| Madison, WI | $48.81 | $101,530 | 830 | 1% above | $50.17 |
| Wausau, WI | $48.60 | $101,090 | 120 | 1% above | $52.45 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $48.32 | $100,500 | 140 | in line with | $52.00 |
| Janesville-Beloit, WI | $48.20 | $100,260 | 110 | in line with | $51.44 |
| Fond du Lac, WI | $48.17 | $100,180 | 60 | in line with | — |
| Green Bay, WI | $47.95 | $99,740 | 280 | 1% below | $51.51 |
| Appleton, WI | $47.67 | $99,150 | 170 | 1% below | $51.58 |
| Eau Claire, WI | $47.37 | $98,530 | 190 | 2% below | $51.05 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI | $46.72 | $97,190 | 160 | 3% below | $48.69 |
| Kenosha, WI | $46.37 | $96,450 | 150 | 4% below | $45.86 |
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 Wisconsin
What employers are posting in Wisconsin
- 6roles with published pay
- $47.14median pay per hour
- $38–$58typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Sisters Health System | 4 | $47.14 |
| Mayo Clinic | 1 | $51.38 |
| Mercy | 1 | $48.51 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 6 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 Wisconsin · Physical Therapist salary nationwide · Wisconsin state guide
Common questions
How much does a physical therapist make in Wisconsin?
The median is $48.29 per hour, about $100,440 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $37.92 and the top 10% earn over $58.55 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Wisconsin city pays physical therapists the most?
Among Wisconsin metro areas, La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN has the highest median at $49.49 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Wisconsin rank for physical therapist pay?
Wisconsin ranks 25th 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
- 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
- Grandison Management, Inc.Fond Du Lac, WI · 1 wage offer$39.44/ hr$39–$39
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2What they are offering now
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
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