Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Rhode Island

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Average Physical Therapist Salary

$49.52/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Rhode Island is $49.52 per hour. This is 6% lower than the US average of $52.50.

Last updated on September 2, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in Rhode Island compared to National Averages

$49.52/hour

Rhode Island

6% lower than the US average.

$52.50/hour

United States

How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Rhode Island compare to nearby states?

Pennsylvania pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($55) and Massachusetts ($54). Pennsylvania also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Rhode Island average for Physical Therapists is $50 per hour — Pennsylvania pays 12% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Pennsylvania	$56	$63
Connecticut	$55	$58
Massachusetts	$54	$61
New York	$54	$57
New Jersey	$53	$58
Delaware	$52	$58
Maryland	$48	$55
New Hampshire	$47	$54

Last updated on September 2, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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