Physical Therapy Salary in Utah - UT

By Jane Austin, allied health world contributing writer
Published: January, 21 2011

Physical therapy employment is expected to increase by 30% within the next 7 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In May 2009, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the average physical therapist salary in Utah was about $67,540 a year; which made for an approximate hourly wage of $32.47. During that year, the highest average salary among physical therapists in Utah was around $92,240; nearly 27% higher than the baseline average for the state.  While it is clear that entry level physical therapists can earn a substantial amount of money in their chosen profession, it is equally important to recognize how continued experience can affect your annual income.

As of 2008, about 8.9% of Utah adults between the ages of 21 and 64 were reported to have some type of disability; some with restrictions in movement and others with an impaired ability to perform normal activities of daily living. However, most patients find success with routine physical therapy treatments geared towards helping them to strengthen themselves physically and reclaim their abilities to perform normal daily functions.

The following are the average salaries within Utah:

• Salt Lake City:  $62,640
• West Valley:  $64,000
• Provo:  $67,600
• West Jordon:  $63,000
• Logan:  $73,650
• Ogden:  $73,440
• St. George:  $71,850

Salaries provided by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics