Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Wisconsin
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$50.87/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Wisconsin is $50.87 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $51.70.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in Wisconsin compared to National Averages
$50.87/hour
Wisconsin
2% lower than the US average.
$51.70/hour
United States
What cities in Wisconsin pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Only Racine, Wisconsin reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $44 per hour. Racine, Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $53. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Physical Therapists is $51 per hour — Racine, Wisconsin pays 13% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Racine, Wisconsin | $44 | $53 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Wisconsin compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Michigan ($55) and Illinois ($55). Illinois has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Physical Therapists is $51 per hour — Missouri pays 10% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $56 | $60 |
| Michigan | $55 | $58 |
| Illinois | $55 | $63 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Wisconsin?
UW Health pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Confluent Health ($44) and PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($43). For comparison, the Wisconsin average for Physical Therapists is $51 per hour — UW Health pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UW Health | $50 | $50 |
| Confluent Health | $44 | $44 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $43 | $44 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $40 | $48 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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