Physical Therapist salary in Denver, CO
Median pay, Denver metro
$102,340/year
about $49.20 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $83,840 – $121,290
Half of physical therapists in the Denver metro area earn more than $102,340 a year and half earn less. That's about the same as the national median of $102,760, and ranks #25 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $79,040 | $38.00 |
| 25th | $83,840 | $40.31 |
| Median (50th) | $102,340 | $49.20 |
| 75th | $121,290 | $58.31 |
| 90th (top earners) | $134,640 | $64.73 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a physical therapist job in the Denver metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $83,840 ($40.31/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $83,840 to $121,290 ($40.31 to $58.31/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $121,290 ($58.31/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Productivity targets (patients per day or visits per week) vary a lot. Ask for the exact number.
- Home health and travel PT roles often pay more than outpatient clinics.
- Some employers offer student loan repayment, which can be worth more than a small raise.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Denver metro. Occupation: Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.