How much does a physical therapist make in Springfield?
$97,270a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapists in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $46.76 an hour or $8,106 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.76
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 303 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,850Median: $97,270Highest 10%: $117,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $75,850 | $36.47 | |
| 25th | $80,670 | $38.78 | |
| Median | $97,270 | $46.76 | |
| 75th | $107,800 | $51.81 | |
| 90th | $117,100 | $56.31 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for physical therapists.
| Kansas City, MO | $101,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $100,600 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $100,400 |
| Joplin, MO | $100,200 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $99,310 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $98,070 |
| Columbia, MO | $83,320 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $869,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $354,800 |
| Physician | $300,000 |
| Dentist | $214,100 |
| Optometrist | $138,200 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $129,300 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Veterinarian | $102,700 |
| Occupational Therapist | $97,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $46.76 ($97,270 a year).
Do physical therapists make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $97,270 against $102,800 nationally, 5% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $99,310, so Springfield pays 2% less.
Where does Springfield rank for physical therapist pay?
303 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $75,850 or less a year; the top 10% make $117,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.