Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $98,290 | $104,506 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.25 | $50.24 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $109,090.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita | $84,754 | $66,300 | $97,750 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Kansas is $98,290, or about $47.25 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Kansas is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Kansas typically earn from $66,300 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,660 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $98,290, Kansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.