As of December 1, 2024, there are 187,302 physical therapists in the United States, reflecting a 1.88% increase from 2023. Among these, 145,135 (77.49%) are single-owner practices, while 42,167 (22.51%) are part of larger brands. The top three states with the highest number of physical therapists are California with 17,635, New York with 14,120, and Florida with 10,185. The average age of physical therapists in the U.S. is 5 years.