Physical Therapy Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths for physical therapy graduates in rehabilitation and movement science.

Avg. Median Salary

$71,296

Highest Paying

$123,860

Entry-Level

$35,240

Career Paths

7

Career Paths with a Physical Therapy Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Medical and Health Services Managers	$123,860	$73,390 – $224,340	597,080
2	Physical Therapists	$102,760	$77,140 – $135,140	267,330
3	Physical Therapist Assistants	$68,380	$47,750 – $89,510	112,430
4	Athletic Trainers	$62,520	$48,180 – $88,760	30,500
5	Exercise Physiologists	$59,460	$42,760 – $80,560	8,560
6	Rehabilitation Counselors	$46,850	$35,060 – $77,170	94,740
7	Physical Therapist Aides	$35,240	$25,360 – $47,780	48,150

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Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.