As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sports Therapist in New Jersey is $78,531, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,510 weekly, or $6,544 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sports Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Sports Therapist in New Jersey vary widely, spanning from $61,076 to $91,447. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,395) and 75th percentile ($85,292), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,447 per year. This $15,897 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, New Jersey Sports Therapist often earn 8.4% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 36 companies. However, New Jersey currently ranks 5 nationwide for Sports Therapist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Sports Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $61,076 NJ September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $69,395 NJ September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $78,531 NJ September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $85,292 NJ September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sports Therapist Salary $91,447 NJ September 01, 2026
25% $69,395 10% $61,076 90% $91,447 75% $85,292 $78,531 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Physical therapy (PT), also known as physiotherapy, by using mechanical force and movements (bio-mechanics or kinesiology), manual therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy, remediates impairments and promotes mobility and function. Physical therapy is used to improve a patient's quality of life through examination, diagnosis, prognosis, physical intervention, and patient education. It is performed by physical therapists (known as physiotherapists in many countries). In addition to clinical practice, other activities encompassed in the physical therapy profession include research, educati...

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Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $74,021 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $74,289 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $74,089 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $73,320 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $75,247 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $73,673 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $70,428 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $73,178 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $74,295 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $73,664 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Sports Therapist


    Bachelor's Degree

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    Recreational Therapy Director


    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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