Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $112,140 | $104,506 | +7% |
| Median hourly wage | $53.91 | $50.24 | +7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,070.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in New Jersey is $112,140, or about $53.91 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. New Jersey is +7% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,750 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $112,140, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.