Physical Therapist Salary Guide: North Carolina

Q: What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Physical Therapists?

Charlotte is currently the highest paying city in North Carolina for Physical Therapist jobs, paying up to $48/hr. This is 5% lower than the average pay for Physical Therapist roles in North Carolina. Other top paying cities include Winston-Salem, paying up to $48/hr, Greensboro, paying up to $48/hr, and Gastonia, paying up to $48/hr.

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$46.82/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in North Carolina is $46.82 per hour. This is 10% lower than the US average of $51.54.

Last updated on July 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages

$46.82/hour

North Carolina

10% lower than the US average.

$51.54/hour

United States

What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Physical Therapists?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Gastonia, North Carolina	$41	$48

How does the pay for Physical Therapists in North Carolina compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
South Carolina	$60	$65
Pennsylvania	$52	$57
Maryland	$50	$50
Virginia	$46	$50
New Jersey	$45	$51
Tennessee	$39	$43

Last updated on July 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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