What are the main factors that influence an Instructor - Physical Therapy's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Instructor - Physical Therapy's salary?

An Instructor - Physical Therapy's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years)earns $69,370, an Asst. Professor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years)earns $83,043, an Assoc. Professor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years)earns $95,827, a Professor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years)earns $110,907,

What are the highest paying states for an Instructor - Physical Therapy?

Instructor - Physical Therapy salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Instructor - Physical Therapy roles are District of Columbia $75,843, California $75,556, Massachusetts $74,549. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Instructor - Physical Therapy roles make?

Salaries for Instructor - Physical Therapy level roles vary by specialization: Physical Therapy Director: $151,552; Physical Therapy Manager: $126,365; Professor - Physical Therapy: $109,516; Physical Therapy Supervisor: $107,086; Physical Therapy: $102,024.

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Instructor - Physical Therapy Salary in Delaware

How much does an Instructor - Physical Therapy make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Instructor - Physical Therapy in Delaware is $69,370 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an Instructor - Physical Therapy's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,239
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,009 to $78,723
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,485

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Instructor - Physical Therapy Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,723	$6,560	$1,514	$38
Average	$69,370	$5,781	$1,334	$33
25th Percentile	$60,009	$5,001	$1,154	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Instructor - Physical Therapy Salaries

An Instructor - Physical Therapy's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Instructor - Physical Therapy Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Instructor - Physical Therapy's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Instructor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years): $69,370
Asst. Professor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years): $83,043
Assoc. Professor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years): $95,827
Professor - Physical Therapy (0-0 years): $110,907

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Instructor - Physical Therapy	0-0 years	$69,370
Asst. Professor - Physical Therapy	0-0 years	$83,043
Assoc. Professor - Physical Therapy	0-0 years	$95,827
Professor - Physical Therapy	0-0 years	$110,907

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How Do Instructor - Physical Therapy Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Instructor - Physical Therapies. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $75,843.
California: $75,556.
Massachusetts: $74,549.

District of Columbia $75,843 California $75,556 Massachusetts $74,549 Washington $74,275 New Jersey $74,247 Alaska $74,151 Connecticut $73,206 New York $72,822

Hawaii $71,596 Rhode Island $71,021 Maryland $70,630 Minnesota $70,096 Colorado $69,891 Illinois $69,822 Oregon $69,562 Delaware $69,370

New Hampshire $69,249 Virginia $68,980 Pennsylvania $68,192 Nevada $67,794 North Dakota $67,664 Michigan $67,459 Wisconsin $67,383 Vermont $67,233

Texas $66,815 Maine $66,788 Arizona $66,746 Ohio $66,698 Georgia $66,068 Indiana $65,753 Wyoming $65,692 Utah $65,596

Iowa $65,555 Kansas $65,226 Louisiana $65,130 North Carolina $65,096 Missouri $65,082 Florida $64,815 Montana $64,671 Nebraska $64,534

Kentucky $64,459 South Carolina $64,185 Tennessee $64,013 Idaho $63,945 New Mexico $63,445 Oklahoma $63,335 Alabama $62,931 South Dakota $62,253

Arkansas $61,883 West Virginia $61,684 Mississippi $61,088

Top Paying Cities for Instructor - Physical Therapies

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $71,795
Little Creek: $71,130
Magnolia: $71,425

Lincoln, DE $71,795 Little Creek, DE $71,130 Magnolia, DE $71,425 Milford, DE $71,795 Marydel, DE $70,863 Millsboro, DE $71,795 Millville, DE $72,274 Milton, DE $71,795

Nassau, DE $71,795 Ocean View, DE $72,274 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,274 Seaford, DE $71,041 Selbyville, DE $72,274 Smyrna, DE $70,781 Viola, DE $71,425 Woodside, DE $71,219

Bear, DE $70,260 Newark, DE $70,288 Claymont, DE $70,343 Delaware City, DE $70,288 Hockessin, DE $70,343 Kirkwood, DE $70,288 Middletown, DE $70,637 Montchanin, DE $70,343

New Castle, DE $70,343 Odessa, DE $70,733 Port Penn, DE $70,096 Rockland, DE $70,343 Saint Georges, DE $70,288 Townsend, DE $70,630 Winterthur, DE $70,343 Lewes, DE $71,795

Wilmington, DE $70,343 Dover, DE $71,096 Dover Afb, DE $71,261 Bethany Beach, DE $72,274 Bethel, DE $71,041 Bridgeville, DE $71,795 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,172 Cheswold, DE $70,932

Clayton, DE $70,754 Dagsboro, DE $72,274 Delmar, DE $71,041 Ellendale, DE $71,795 Felton, DE $71,795 Fenwick Island, DE $72,274 Frankford, DE $72,274 Frederica, DE $71,795

Georgetown, DE $71,795 Greenwood, DE $71,795 Harbeson, DE $71,795 Harrington, DE $71,795 Hartly, DE $70,719 Houston, DE $71,795 Kenton, DE $70,754 Laurel, DE $71,041

Yorklyn, DE $70,343

Instructor - Physical Therapy Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Instructor - Physical Therapy's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$60,009

Average $69,370/year

$78,723

$5,001

Average $5,781/month

$6,560

$1,154

Average $1,334/week

$1,514

$29

Average $33/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,723	$6,560	$1,514	$38
Average	$69,370	$5,781	$1,334	$33
25th Percentile	$60,009	$5,001	$1,154	$29

Instructor - Physical Therapy Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Instructor - Physical Therapy, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Instructor - Physical Therapy Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Asst. Professor - Architecture	$73,182	5%
Asst. Professor - Biology	$71,934	4%
Asst. Professor - Chemical Engineering	$97,343	40%
Asst. Professor - Civil Engineering	$91,482	32%

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