Physical Therapist salary in Miami, FL
Median pay, Miami metro
$100,870/year
about $48.50 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $82,100 – $107,700
Half of physical therapists in the Miami metro area earn more than $100,870 a year and half earn less. That's 2% lower than the national median of $102,760, and ranks #28 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $60,370 | $29.02 |
| 25th | $82,100 | $39.47 |
| Median (50th) | $100,870 | $48.50 |
| 75th | $107,700 | $51.78 |
| 90th (top earners) | $125,360 | $60.27 |
*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 Miami metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $82,100 ($39.47/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $82,100 to $107,700 ($39.47 to $51.78/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $107,700 ($51.78/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, Miami metro. Occupation: Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.