Physical Therapists Salary in Illinois
Physical Therapists in Illinois earn a median of $105,250 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $105,250
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($102,760)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,800
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,000; the top 10% earn over $140,410. Nationally the range is $77,140 to $135,140.
States ranked near Illinois
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- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians$132,540 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- General Internal Medicine Physicians$140,680 median in Illinois
- Midwives$72,610 median in Illinois (broader BLS group)
- Athletic Trainers$64,750 median in Illinois
Physical Therapists pay in Illinois
How much do physical therapists make in Illinois?
The median is $105,250 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,000 and the top 10% earn over $140,410. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for physical therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 51 (+2% vs. the national median of $102,760). Living costs are not included.