Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$52.99/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Wisconsin is $52.99 per hour. This is 3% lower than the US average of $54.52.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$52.99/hour
Wisconsin
3% lower than the US average.
$54.52/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Madison, Wisconsin pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Racine, Wisconsin ($47) and Milwaukee, Wisconsin ($45). Madison, Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $67. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Physical Therapists is $53 per hour — Madison, Wisconsin pays 3% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, Wisconsin | $55 | $67 |
| Racine, Wisconsin | $47 | $53 |
| Milwaukee, Wisconsin | $45 | $54 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Minnesota pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Missouri ($63) and Illinois ($59). Minnesota also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Physical Therapists is $53 per hour — Minnesota pays 27% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $67 | $73 |
| Missouri | $63 | $65 |
| Illinois | $59 | $63 |
| Ohio | $55 | $58 |
| Michigan | $52 | $58 |
| Iowa | $44 | $52 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Wisconsin?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by UW Health ($50) and PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($44). For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Physical Therapists is $53 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $53 | $53 |
| UW Health | $50 | $50 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $44 | $44 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $40 | $48 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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