As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in the US is $79,813, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,535 weekly, or $6,651 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in the US vary widely, spanning from $62,421 to $100,011. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,710) and 75th percentile ($90,385), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,011 per year. This $19,675 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Travel Physical Therapist (PT) often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 20 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Salary $62,421 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Salary $70,710 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Salary $79,813 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Salary $90,385 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Travel Physical Therapist (PT) Salary $100,011 US August 01, 2026
25% $70,710 10% $62,421 90% $100,011 75% $90,385 $79,813 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) ?

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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    Travel Physical Therapist (PT)

    0 - 2 years experience
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    2 - 4 years experience
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