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Physical therapist salary in Cape Girardeau, MO

How much does a Physical Therapist make in Cape Girardeau, MO?

Average base salary

$61.19
18%
above national average
Average $61.19
Low $50.36
High $74.36
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a physical therapist is $61.19 per hour in Cape Girardeau, MO. 27 salaries reported, updated at May 25, 2023

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Top companies for Physical Therapists in Cape Girardeau, MO

  1. New York Therapy and Wellness
    5.0
    22 reviews15 salaries reported
    $84.74per hour
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Highest paying cities for Physical Therapists near Cape Girardeau, MO

  1. Columbia, MO
    $72.05 per hour
    20 salaries reported
  2. Cape Girardeau, MO
    $61.19 per hour
    27 salaries reported
  3. Bolivar, MO
    $60.88 per hour
    27 salaries reported
  1. Lebanon, MO
    $58.25 per hour
    55 salaries reported
  2. Springfield, MO
    $55.91 per hour
    91 salaries reported
  3. St. Louis, MO
    $49.58 per hour
    142 salaries reported
  1. Saint Peters, MO
    $46.41 per hour
    35 salaries reported
  2. Kansas City, MO
    $46.22 per hour
    90 salaries reported
  3. Saint Joseph, MO
    $45.39 per hour
    61 salaries reported
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Where can a Physical Therapist earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Physical Therapists

Most recommended skill

Home Care(earn +15.50% more)

The jobs requiring this skill have decrease by 10.52% since 2018. Physical Therapists with this skill earn +15.50% more than the average base salary, which is $61.19 per hour.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this skillChange from previous year
20102increase by 2
201124increase by 1100.00%
201250466increase by 210175.00%
2013132614increase by 162.78%
2014169673increase by 27.95%
2015119605decrease by 29.51%
201677754decrease by 34.99%
201751566decrease by 33.68%
201835804decrease by 30.57%
201932039decrease by 10.52%

Top companies hiring Physical Therapists with the recommended skill

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Top specialties
Home Health
+13.00%salary
Top certifications
CPR Certification
+5.57%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top SkillsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
45 jobs82
24 jobs75
9 jobs10
1,050 jobs2,544
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Most common benefits for Physical Therapists

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Commuter assistance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Housing stipend
  • License reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Loan repayment program
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid housing
  • Paid time off
  • Pet insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 2,707 ratings

66% of Physical Therapists in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Cape Girardeau, MO?

Physical Occupational Therapist

10 job openings

Average $46.49 per hour

Physical Therapist Assistant

10 job openings

Average $25.60 per hour

Director of Rehabilitation

24 job openings

Average $80,415 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a Physical Therapist

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