Physical Therapist Salary in Oregon: $106,404 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Oregon's 36 metropolitan areas, the average median physical therapist pay sits at $106,404/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1123. Because Oregon sits at BEA RPP 102.6 (3% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $103,708 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Albany ($108,720), Hillsboro ($108,668), Grants Pass ($106,550).
In 2026, the average median salary for physical therapists in Oregon is projected to be $106,404, slightly above the national median of $105,288, reflecting a 1.1% advantage. The highest paying city in the state is Albany, where therapists can expect to earn around $111,395, while the lowest, Milwaukie, offers salaries around $95,772. This salary disparity of approximately $15,623 is influenced by factors such as regional cost of living, demand for physical therapy services, and local resources available for practice. Oregon has specific state licensing requirements that ensure practitioners meet high standards, along with scope of practice laws that allow physical therapists to provide a range of services. The projected annual growth rate for the physical therapy job market is 2.46%, which aligns with an overall increase in healthcare needs and an aging population. In 2026, a total of 3,314 physical therapists are anticipated to be employed across the state, with top cities for employment and salary including Hillsboro at $111,341, Grants Pass at $109,171, and Portland at $108,864. Overall, Oregon's physical therapist job market is favorable, driven by persistent demand and a commitment to quality care.
Oregon Physical Therapist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Oregon: $64,755 (lowest entry-level) to $145,910 (highest top earner)
Oregon vs National Average
Oregon physical therapists earn 1.06% more than the national median (+$1,116/year difference).
Oregon Physical Therapist Salary Distribution (2026)
Physical Therapist salaries in Oregon range from $81,309 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $136,486 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $106,404. The Oregon median is $1,116 above the US national median of $105,288. The average hourly rate is $51.15/hr. Approximately 3,314 physical therapists are employed across 36 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$86,559
2025 BLS Actual
$103,849
2026 Current Est.
$106,404
2019–2027 Growth
+25.9%
Salary Trajectory for Physical Therapists in Oregon (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.46% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $86,559 | Actual |
| 2020 | $90,333 | Actual |
| 2021 | $91,436 | Actual |
| 2022 | $96,537 | Actual |
| 2023 | $99,624 | Actual |
| 2024 | $102,347 | Actual |
| 2025 | $103,849 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $106,404 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $109,021 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Oregon metropolitan area, the median physical therapist salary grew 20.0% from $86,559 (2019) to $103,849 (2025). At a 2.46% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $109,021 by 2027 — a total increase of $22,462 (25.95%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Oregon metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.46% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Oregon
Lowest Paying Cities in Oregon
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Milwaukie | $95,772 |
| Klamath Falls | $95,999 |
| The Dalles | $96,579 |
| Newberg | $97,622 |
| Canby | $98,162 |
Best Value Cities for Physical Therapists in Oregon
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Oregon cities offer the most purchasing power for physical therapists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grants Pass | $109,171 | 97.76 | $111,672 |
| Albany | $111,395 | 102.1 | $109,104 |
| Hillsboro | $111,341 | 102.6 | $108,519 |
| Eugene | $105,985 | 101.568 | $104,349 |
| Gresham | $106,626 | 102.6 | $103,924 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $81,309 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $106,404 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $136,486 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Oregon metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 36 Cities in Oregon
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albany | $111,395 |
| 2 | Hillsboro | $111,341 |
| 3 | Grants Pass | $109,171 |
| 4 | Portland | $108,864 |
| 5 | Gresham | $106,626 |
| 6 | Eugene | $105,985 |
| 7 | Springfield | $104,616 |
| 8 | Beaverton | $103,590 |
| 9 | McMinnville | $103,308 |
| 10 | Oregon City | $103,187 |
| 11 | Woodburn | $102,500 |
| 12 | Salem | $102,429 |
| 13 | Bend | $102,255 |
| 14 | Lake Oswego | $102,007 |
| 15 | Forest Grove | $101,740 |
| 16 | Tigard | $101,312 |
| 17 | Corvallis | $101,302 |
| 18 | Redmond | $101,279 |
| 19 | West Linn | $100,988 |
| 20 | Medford | $100,923 |
| 21 | Tualatin | $100,115 |
| 22 | Pendleton | $100,105 |
| 23 | Wilsonville | $99,961 |
| 24 | Happy Valley | $99,102 |
| 25 | Hermiston | $98,828 |
| 26 | Central Point | $98,782 |
| 27 | Ashland | $98,773 |
| 28 | Keizer | $98,748 |
| 29 | Sherwood | $98,742 |
| 30 | Coos Bay | $98,578 |
| 31 | Roseburg | $98,217 |
| 32 | Canby | $98,162 |
| 33 | Newberg | $97,622 |
| 34 | The Dalles | $96,579 |
| 35 | Klamath Falls | $95,999 |
| 36 | Milwaukie | $95,772 |
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Written by Alex Morgan, DPT
Career Analyst
Alex Morgan has over 10 years of experience in physical therapy. They specialize in orthopedic rehabilitation. Alex works in a private practice setting.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.46% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 physical therapist compensation across Oregon. State averages are employment-weighted across 36 metro areas — larger metro areas with more physical therapistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.46%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for physical therapists (SOC 29-1123).
Compiled and verified by Alex Morgan, DPT, a licensed physical therapist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov