What physical therapists earn in Delaware and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $105,790 | $50.86 | 6,250 |
| Sussex Delaware nonmetropolitan area | $105,180 | $50.57 | 290 |
| Dover, DE | $98,260 | $47.24 | 180 |
Physical Therapists in Delaware earned a median of $102,050 a year ($49.06 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $102,760. The middle half earned $92,980 to $124,550.
Among areas in Delaware, pay was highest in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD at $105,790.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.