What are the main factors that influence a Physical Therapy Tech's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Physical Therapy Tech?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Physical Therapy Tech roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physical Therapy Tech's salary?

A Physical Therapy Tech's salary grows with experience: a Physical Therapist I (0-2 years)earns $89,627, a Physical Therapy Tech (2-4 years)earns $104,513, a Physical Therapist III (4-7 years)earns $120,613, a Physical Therapy Supervisor (7+ years)earns $105,532, a Physical Therapy Manager (7+ years)earns $124,568,

What are the highest paying states for a Physical Therapy Tech?

Physical Therapy Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physical Therapy Tech roles are District of Columbia $111,819, California $111,395, Massachusetts $109,911. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physical Therapy Tech roles make?

Salaries for Physical Therapy Tech level roles vary by specialization: Physical Therapy Director: $151,732; Physical Therapy Manager: $126,445; Professor - Physical Therapy: $109,654; Physical Therapy Supervisor: $107,122; Physical Therapy: $102,125.

Physical Therapy Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physical Therapy Tech make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physical Therapy Tech in Delaware is $102,276 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,607
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,537 to $111,871
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,759

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Physical Therapy Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,871	$9,323	$2,151	$54
Average	$102,276	$8,523	$1,967	$49
25th Percentile	$91,537	$7,628	$1,760	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Physical Therapy Tech Salaries

A Physical Therapy Tech'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 Physical Therapy Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physical Therapy Tech'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $89,627
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,513
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,613
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,532
Expert (over 8 years): $124,568

Levels	Salary
Physical ... Level Physical Therapy Tech	$89,627
Physical ... Level Physical Therapy Tech	$104,513
Physical ... Level Physical Therapy Tech	$120,613
Physical ... Level Physical Therapy Tech	$105,532
Physical ... Level Physical Therapy Tech	$124,568

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How Do Physical Therapy Tech 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 Physical Therapy Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,819.
California: $111,395.
Massachusetts: $109,911.

District of Columbia $111,819 California $111,395 Massachusetts $109,911 Washington $109,507 New Jersey $109,466 Alaska $109,325 Connecticut $107,931 New York $107,366

Hawaii $105,558 Rhode Island $104,710 Maryland $104,134 Minnesota $103,346 Colorado $103,043 Illinois $102,942 Oregon $102,558 Delaware $102,276

New Hampshire $102,098 Virginia $101,700 Pennsylvania $100,539 Nevada $99,953 North Dakota $99,761 Michigan $99,458 Wisconsin $99,347 Vermont $99,125

Texas $98,509 Maine $98,468 Arizona $98,408 Ohio $98,337 Georgia $97,408 Indiana $96,943 Wyoming $96,852 Utah $96,711

Iowa $96,650 Kansas $96,166 Louisiana $96,024 North Carolina $95,974 Missouri $95,953 Florida $95,560 Montana $95,347 Nebraska $95,146

Kentucky $95,034 South Carolina $94,630 Tennessee $94,378 Idaho $94,277 New Mexico $93,540 Oklahoma $93,378 Alabama $92,782 South Dakota $91,782

Arkansas $91,237 West Virginia $90,944 Mississippi $90,066

Top Paying Cities for Physical Therapy Teches

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: $101,815
Little Creek: $102,560
Magnolia: $102,413

Lincoln, DE $101,815 Little Creek, DE $102,560 Magnolia, DE $102,413 Milford, DE $102,074 Marydel, DE $102,241 Millsboro, DE $101,388 Millville, DE $101,544 Milton, DE $101,720

Nassau, DE $101,794 Ocean View, DE $101,527 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,722 Seaford, DE $101,780 Selbyville, DE $101,359 Smyrna, DE $102,631 Viola, DE $102,158 Woodside, DE $102,433

Bear, DE $102,197 Newark, DE $102,158 Claymont, DE $102,368 Delaware City, DE $102,260 Hockessin, DE $102,149 Kirkwood, DE $102,241 Middletown, DE $102,281 Montchanin, DE $102,173

New Castle, DE $102,188 Odessa, DE $102,331 Port Penn, DE $102,400 Rockland, DE $102,183 Saint Georges, DE $102,248 Townsend, DE $102,406 Winterthur, DE $102,195 Lewes, DE $101,760

Wilmington, DE $102,154 Dover, DE $102,560 Dover Afb, DE $102,020 Bethany Beach, DE $101,420 Bethel, DE $101,525 Bridgeville, DE $101,765 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,272 Cheswold, DE $102,527

Clayton, DE $102,530 Dagsboro, DE $101,350 Delmar, DE $101,187 Ellendale, DE $101,494 Felton, DE $102,066 Fenwick Island, DE $101,372 Frankford, DE $101,195 Frederica, DE $102,167

Georgetown, DE $101,311 Greenwood, DE $101,781 Harbeson, DE $101,419 Harrington, DE $101,936 Hartly, DE $102,253 Houston, DE $101,791 Kenton, DE $102,535 Laurel, DE $101,251

Yorklyn, DE $102,180

Physical Therapy Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physical Therapy Tech roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 5% above the average. Conversely, Physical Therapy Tech positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Physical Therapy Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Physical Therapy Tech

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$107,389	$52.0	5%

Physical Therapy Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physical Therapy Tech'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$91,537

Average $102,276/year

$111,871

$7,628

Average $8,523/month

$9,323

$1,760

Average $1,967/week

$2,151

$44

Average $49/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,871	$9,323	$2,151	$54
Average	$102,276	$8,523	$1,967	$49
25th Percentile	$91,537	$7,628	$1,760	$44

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