How Much Does a Physical Therapist Make in Nevada in 2026?

A typical Physical Therapist in Nevada earns about $53.48 per hour ($111,250 per year), per the latest government wage data (May 2025). Calculated from the annual figure, that comes to roughly $9,271 a month and $2,139 a week. These figures represent typical pay across the state, before overtime, bonuses, or specialty certifications are factored in.

That figure sits 8% above the national typical pay for Physical Therapists, which stands at $102,760 a year. Nevada ranks 4th among all 51 states and the District of Columbia for Physical Therapist pay. About 2,030 Physical Therapists work across the state, a workforce size that puts these figures in context for anyone weighing a move.

Entry-level positions in Nevada typically offer around $41.47 an hour, or about $86,260 a year, for Physical Therapists just starting out. Pay tends to move toward the statewide typical figure of $111,250 within the first several years on the job. New graduates entering hospital or outpatient clinic settings often see the fastest early movement.

Experienced Physical Therapists in Nevada often earn upwards of $64.63 an hour. The top 10% of earners make over $91.64 an hour ($190,620 a year), a spread of $104,360 from entry-level pay. Setting, years of experience, and the city where a therapist works all factor into where someone lands within that range.

Nevada's typical pay for Physical Therapists rose from $95,950 in 2015 to $111,250 in 2025, a gain of $15,300. That amounts to a 16% rise over the decade. Much of the increase has come in recent years, with pay climbing from $104,000 in 2023 to the current figure in just two years.

Nationally, typical pay for Physical Therapists rose 22% over the same ten years, a faster pace than Nevada's climb. Even so, Nevada's pay has moved up steadily rather than in sharp jumps. Someone entering the field now is starting from a higher base than a graduate did a decade ago, though continued increases are not guaranteed.

Pay runs highest in Carson City, where Physical Therapists earn $120,810 a year ($58.08 an hour), about 9% above the statewide figure. Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas each report $116,480 a year ($56.00 an hour), still well above the state's smaller markets. These figures cover each city's full metro area rather than just the city limits.

Reno pays the least among Nevada's tracked cities, at $106,840 a year ($51.37 an hour), putting the spread between the highest- and lowest-paying cities at $13,970. Las Vegas holds the largest Physical Therapist workforce in the state, with 1,530 employed there. Higher pay in cities like Carson City and Las Vegas generally tracks a higher cost of living in those areas.

Among neighboring states, California pays the most, with Physical Therapists there earning $124,190 a year, about 12% above Nevada's figure. Oregon and Arizona pay slightly less, at $103,510 and $103,220 a year respectively, both about 7% below Nevada. Utah and Idaho pay the least among Nevada's neighbors, at $99,880 and $99,000 a year, roughly 10% to 11% below. A Physical Therapist license can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, which makes comparing these figures useful for anyone considering a move.

Physical Therapists in Nevada typically earn $111,250 a year, up 16% over the past decade from $95,950 in 2015. Pay varies by city and experience, with Carson City and Las Vegas paying above the state figure and entry-level pay starting closer to $86,260. Anyone weighing a move to Nevada should check the state licensing board for requirements and review individual city pages for local figures before deciding where to practice.