As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Physical Therapy Director in the United States is $154,955. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $136,713 to $171,266, with most professionals earning between $120,105 and $186,117.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $171,266 | $14,272 | $3,294 | $82 |
| Average | $154,955 | $12,913 | $2,980 | $74 |
| 25th Percentile | $136,713 | $11,393 | $2,629 | $66 |
An entry-level Physical Therapy Director with less than 1 year of experience earns about $141,898. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $143,510. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $145,659. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $148,882, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $152,912.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Physical Therapy Director | $141,898 |
| Intermediate Level Physical Therapy Director | $143,510 |
| Senior Level Physical Therapy Director | $145,659 |
| Specialist Level Physical Therapy Director | $148,882 |
| Expert Level Physical Therapy Director | $152,912 |
| Entry Level | 8% |
| Mid Level | 7% |
| Senior Level | 6% |
| Top Level | 4% |
| Experienced | 1% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Physical Therapy Director compensation over the past six years.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $154,955 | 73.4% | ||
| Bonus | $1,523 | 0.7% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $11,971 | 5.7% | ||
| 401K/403B | $7,354 | 3.5% | ||
| Disability | $1,252 | 0.6% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 2.9% | ||
| Pension | $8,606 | 4.1% | ||
| Time Off | $19,259 | 9.1% | ||
| Total Compensation | $210,976 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Physical Therapy Director is $154,955. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Physical Therapy Director is $74; the average weekly pay of Physical Therapy Director is $2,980; the average monthly pay of Physical Therapy Director is $12,913.
A Physical Therapy Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Physical Therapy Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Physical Therapy Director is $194,469.
The highest pay for Physical Therapy Director is $186,117.
The lowest pay for Physical Therapy Director is $120,105.
Physical Therapy Director directs and oversees the programs and staff of the physical therapy division and/or clinic. Evaluates current physical therapy programs and researches potential new or revised therapy programs to improve the quality of patient care. Being a Physical Therapy Director develops and implements physical therapy policies, objectives, and initiatives. Reviews operational procedures to ensure standards meet regulatory compliance and follow industry best practices. Additionally, Physical Therapy Director sets and implements guidelines for physical therapy programs. Monitors patient progress and treatment plans. Requires a doctorate degree in physical therapy. Requires Certified Physical Therapist (CPT). Requires Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT). Typically reports to senior management. The Physical Therapy Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Physical Therapy Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
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