Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Detroit, MI

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Average Physical Therapist Salary

$20.00/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Detroit, MI is $20.00 per hour. This is 159% lower than the Michigan average of $51.90.

Last updated on May 20, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in Detroit, MI compared to State and National Averages

$20.00/hour

Detroit, MI

175% lower than the US average.

$51.90/hour

Michigan

6% lower than the US average.

$54.93/hour

United States

How Physical Therapist Salaries in Detroit Compare to Other Cities

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Toledo, Ohio

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Indianapolis, Indiana

$44/hour

This is 2% lower than the Detroit average of $45.00.

Chicago, Illinois

$54/hour

This is 16% higher than the Detroit average of $45.00.

What cities in Michigan pay the most for Physical Therapists?

Only Detroit, Michigan reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $45 per hour. For comparison, the Detroit, MI average for Physical Therapists is $20 per hour — Detroit, Michigan pays 125% more.

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Detroit, Michigan	$45	$45

What are the highest paying Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Detroit?

Only Detroit Medical Center reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $26 per hour. For comparison, the Detroit, MI average for Physical Therapists is $20 per hour — Detroit Medical Center pays 30% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Detroit Medical Center	$26	$26

Last updated on May 20, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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