Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $85,330 | $104,506 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.02 | $50.24 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,876.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in North Dakota is $85,330, or about $41.02 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. North Dakota is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 830 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $85,330, North Dakota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.