Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $105,950 | $104,506 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.94 | $50.24 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $99,019.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | $131,617 | $102,960 | $151,800 | 165 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Washington is $105,950, or about $50.94 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Washington is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Washington typically earn from $102,960 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,370 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $105,950, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.