Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$54.62/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Illinois is $54.62 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $51.55.
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$54.62/hour
Illinois
6% higher than the US average.
$51.55/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Chicago, Illinois pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Naperville, Illinois ($49) and Oak Lawn, Illinois ($46). Chicago, Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the Illinois average for Physical Therapists is $55 per hour — Chicago, Illinois pays 6% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, Illinois | $51 | $57 |
| Naperville, Illinois | $49 | $55 |
| Oak Lawn, Illinois | $46 | $55 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Illinois compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Michigan ($54) and Wisconsin ($51). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Illinois average for Physical Therapists is $55 per hour — Missouri pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $56 | $60 |
| Michigan | $54 | $58 |
| Wisconsin | $51 | $55 |
| Ohio | $49 | $55 |
| Kansas | $46 | $53 |
| Kentucky | $42 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Illinois?
Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($54) and Maximum Healthcare Solutions ($51). For comparison, the Illinois average for Physical Therapists is $55 per hour, roughly in line with Medical Solutions Direct Hire.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $55 | $55 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $54 | $54 |
| Maximum Healthcare Solutions | $51 | $51 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $45 | $45 |
| Confluent Health | $43 | $43 |
Last updated on September 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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