As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Traveling Physical Therapist in the US is $109,681, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,109 weekly, or $9,140 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Traveling Physical Therapist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Traveling Physical Therapist in the US vary widely, spanning from $89,645 to $129,853. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,194) and 75th percentile ($120,240), while top earners (90th percentile) make $129,853 per year. This $21,046 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or CPR, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Traveling Physical Therapist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 25 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
Traveling Physical Therapist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Traveling Physical Therapist Salary $89,645 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Traveling Physical Therapist Salary $99,194 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Traveling Physical Therapist Salary $109,681 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Traveling Physical Therapist Salary $120,240 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Traveling Physical Therapist Salary $129,853 US August 01, 2026
25% $99,194 10% $89,645 90% $129,853 75% $120,240 $109,681 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Traveling Physical Therapist ?

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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