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Physiotherapist Salary in the UK

Physiotherapists help patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions through physical therapy, exercises, and rehabilitation programmes.

Average Salary
£38,000
per year
Entry Level
£28,000
starting salary
Experienced
£38,000
mid-career
Senior Level
£50,000
top earners

Physiotherapist Take Home Pay

On the average Physiotherapist salary of £38,000, you would take home £30,880 per year (£2,573.30 per month) after tax and National Insurance.

Yearly
Gross: £38,000.00
£30,879.60
Income Tax:-£5,086.00
National Insurance:-£2,034.40
Monthly
Gross: £3,166.67
£2,573.30
Income Tax:-£423.83
National Insurance:-£169.53
Weekly
Gross: £730.77
£593.84
Income Tax:-£97.81
National Insurance:-£39.12

Effective tax rate: 18.7%|Marginal rate: 20%

Physiotherapist Salary by Location

Physiotherapist salaries vary significantly by region. London typically offers the highest salaries but also has a higher cost of living.

London
£42,000
+17% vs national
South East
£39,000
+8% vs national
National Average
£36,000
baseline

Physiotherapist Salary Growth (2020-2025)

See how Physiotherapist salaries have changed over the past 5 years, including inflation-adjusted real growth.

Physiotherapist Salary Trends (5 Years)
Historical salary data from 2020 to 2025

+23.8%

Total Growth

+£7,297

Salary Increase

+4.4%

Annual Growth Rate

-3.2%

Real Growth (Inflation Adj.)

Year-over-Year Changes

20202021
£30,703£31,685+3.2%
20212022
£31,685£33,206+4.8%
20222023
£33,206£35,032+5.5%
20232024
£35,032£36,609+4.5%
20242025
£36,609£38,000+3.8%

Key Skills Required

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentCommunicationAnatomy Knowledge

Typical Qualifications

  • Physiotherapy degree
  • HCPC registration
  • Relevant specialisation

Physiotherapist Career Progression

Junior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Senior Physiotherapist
Clinical Specialist
Consultant

What Does a Physiotherapist Do?

Assessing patient mobility and function
Developing treatment plans
Providing hands-on therapy
Teaching exercises and techniques
Monitoring patient progress

Industries Hiring Physiotherapists

NHSPrivate PracticeSports ClubsCare HomesOccupational Health

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Take Home Pay

£30,879.60/year

81.3% of gross income

  • Gross Income£38,000.00
  • Taxable Income£25,430.00
  • Income Tax-£5,086.00
  • National Insurance-£2,034.40
  • Total Deductions-£7,120.40

18.7%

Effective Rate

20%

Marginal Rate

Physiotherapist Salary FAQ

What is the average Physiotherapist salary in the UK?

The average Physiotherapist salary in the UK is £38,000 per year. Salaries typically range from £28,000 for entry-level positions to £55,000 for senior roles.

How much does a Physiotherapist earn in London?

A Physiotherapist in London earns an average of £42,000 per year, which is 17% higher than the national average.

What is the take-home pay for a Physiotherapist?

On the average Physiotherapist salary of £38,000, you would take home approximately £30,880 per year (£2,573.30 per month) after income tax and National Insurance.