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Physical Therapists Salary in Ithaca, NY

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$101,290

Mean: $102,620

~$79,006 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$48.70

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$4,320/mo

Savings rate

63%

Physical Therapists salary in Ithaca, NY — median $101,290/year, range $79,010-$118,630

Salary Distribution

Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.

25th %

$79,010

Median

$101,290

75th %

$118,630

Median is in the 56th percentile of the typical range

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About Physical Therapists salaries in Ithaca, NY

Physical Therapists in Ithaca, NY earn a median of $101,290 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $102,620, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most physical therapists in this area earn between $79,010 and $118,630. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $48.70 per hour assuming a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual hourly pay may differ for part-time or contract roles.

Career Outlook

↑↑ 14% growthMuch faster than average (BLS 2024–2034)

14% growth. Baby boomers are aging into the prime demographic for PT — joint replacements, back problems, mobility issues. Telehealth PT has also opened up the field, letting therapists see more patients without adding clinic space.

Worth knowing: Sports medicine and neurological rehab pay the best. PTs who build relationships with orthopedic surgeons for referrals can fill their schedule without relying on insurance directory listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a physical therapists in Ithaca?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $101,290. The average (mean) is $102,620, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a physical therapists make per hour in Ithaca?

About $48.70/hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Part-time or overtime hours will change the actual rate.

What is the salary range for physical therapists in Ithaca?

The middle 50% earn between $79,010 and $118,630. Below $79,010 is typically entry-level; above $118,630 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $101,290 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$101,290$79,006
Monthly$8,441$6,584
Biweekly$3,896$3,039
Weekly$1,948$1,519
Hourly (40h/wk)$48.7$37.98
Hourly (35h/wk)$55.65$43.41
Hourly (30h/wk)$64.93$50.64
Daily (8h)$390$304

Take-home estimates use an effective tax rate of 22%. Actual amounts vary by filing status, deductions, and state tax.

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