Physical Therapist salary in Los Angeles, CA
Median pay, Los Angeles metro
$108,170/year
about $52.00 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $97,850 – $134,160
Half of physical therapists in the Los Angeles metro area earn more than $108,170 a year and half earn less. That's 5% higher than the national median of $102,760, and ranks #6 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $85,580 | $41.14 |
| 25th | $97,850 | $47.04 |
| Median (50th) | $108,170 | $52.00 |
| 75th | $134,160 | $64.50 |
| 90th (top earners) | $160,070 | $76.96 |
*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 Los Angeles metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $97,850 ($47.04/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $97,850 to $134,160 ($47.04 to $64.50/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $134,160 ($64.50/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, Los Angeles metro. Occupation: Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.