Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Maryland
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$53.66/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Maryland is $53.66 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $55.62.
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
$53.66/hour
Maryland
4% lower than the US average.
$55.62/hour
United States
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Bethesda, Maryland pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Baltimore, Maryland ($46) and Annapolis, Maryland ($45). For comparison, the Maryland average for Physical Therapists is $54 per hour — Bethesda, Maryland pays 1% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Bethesda, Maryland | $53 | $53 |
| Baltimore, Maryland | $46 | $52 |
| Annapolis, Maryland | $45 | $52 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Maryland compare to nearby states?
Connecticut pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($61) and Ohio ($56). Connecticut also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $64. For comparison, the Maryland average for Physical Therapists is $54 per hour — Connecticut pays 18% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $63 | $64 |
| Pennsylvania | $61 | $63 |
| Ohio | $56 | $58 |
| New Jersey | $55 | $58 |
| New York | $55 | $57 |
| Virginia | $54 | $55 |
| Delaware | $53 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $51 | $53 |
| West Virginia | $48 | $50 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Maryland?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($48). For comparison, the Maryland average for Physical Therapists is $54 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 5% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $51 | $51 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $48 | $48 |
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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