Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $105,250 | $104,506 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.60 | $50.24 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $105,250.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $104,696 | $81,900 | $120,750 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Illinois is $105,250, or about $50.60 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Illinois is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Illinois typically earn from $81,900 depending on the city and employer.
With 9,800 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $105,250, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.