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Physiotherapist Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a physiotherapist earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£28,215 per year

per year in Edinburgh · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,780 per year£28,215 per year£35,640 per year

Physiotherapist salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical physiotherapist pay across the UK. Physiotherapist pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for physiotherapists near Edinburgh

Compare average physiotherapist pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage physiotherapist salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£28,215 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£28,215 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£27,075 per yearView jobs
Livingston£27,075 per yearView jobs
Stirling£27,075 per yearView jobs
Dundee£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about physiotherapist pay in Edinburgh

How much does a physiotherapist earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a physiotherapist in Edinburgh is £28,215 per year, typically ranging from £21,780 per year to £35,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for physiotherapists?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for physiotherapists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire physiotherapists in Edinburgh?

Live physiotherapist openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a physiotherapist in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Physiotherapists in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between physiotherapist pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £28,215 per year — a discount of £285 per year versus the UK average.

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