Physical Therapist, PT/PRN Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Physical Therapist, PT/PRN make in Chicago, IL? The average Physical Therapist, PT/PRN salary in Chicago, IL is $106,045 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $88,009 and $130,697. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Physical Therapist, PT/PRN Salary	$71,588	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Physical Therapist, PT/PRN Salary	$88,009	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Physical Therapist, PT/PRN Salary	$106,045	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Physical Therapist, PT/PRN Salary	$130,697	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Physical Therapist, PT/PRN Salary	$153,141	Chicago,IL	April 01, 2025

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Olympic Sports & Spine - GIG HARBOR , WA

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Olympic Sports & Spine - SUMNER , WA

Physical Therapist. Salary Range: Highly Competitive. Salary Range: $80,000 to $115,000 annually + Production Incentive + Benefits. Individual salaries are depe

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Olympic Sports & Spine - AUBURN , WA

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Olympic Sports & Spine - PUYALLUP , WA

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What does a Physical Therapist, PT/PRN do?

Physical Therapist, PT/PRN in Connersville, IN

Attend/Lead interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of rehab team.

January 29, 2023

Review medical chart and screen prior to completing evaluation to determine patients need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services.

April 10, 2023

Physical Therapist, PT/PRN in Cypress, TX

Graduate of/or certified by an accredited college or university with a major or curriculum in Physical Therapy as approved by the APTA.

March 28, 2023

Participates in planning and implementing new services and staff development programs.

April 15, 2023

Physical Therapist, PT/PRN in Dayton, OH

Demonstrates ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.

October 28, 2022

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88009

130697

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

98791

154137

120971

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Physical Therapist, PT/PRN in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Physical Therapist, PT/PRN ranges from $88,009 to $130,697 with the average base salary of $106,045. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $98,791 to $154,137 with the average total cash compensation of $120,971.

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