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Physical Therapist

A comprehensive guide to Physical Therapist licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$99,867 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
123,300High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
108,640High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
NJ
New JerseyCompact: Yes
106,310High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
NV
NevadaCompact: Pending
105,170High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
104,430High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MD
MarylandCompact: No
104,330High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails