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Physical Therapist vs Psychologist salary

In Italy, a psychologist earns about 8% more than a physical therapist $111,315 vs $102,989 per year.

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Healthcare
Physical Therapist
$102,989/yr
Monthly
$8,554
Hourly
$49
Range
$76,985$134,696
10-yr outlook
+15%
Pays more
Healthcare
Psychologist
$111,315/yr
Monthly
$9,238
Hourly
$54
Range
$76,301$154,199
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentilePhysical TherapistPsychologist
Entry (10th)$76,985$76,301
25th$89,987$93,751
Median$102,989$111,315
75th$118,843$132,757
Senior (90th)$134,696$154,199

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a physical therapist or psychologist earn more in Italy?
A psychologist earns more, at about 97.600 € per year vs 90.300 € for a physical therapist — roughly 8% (7300 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A physical therapist typically earns 67.500 €–118.100 €, while a psychologist earns 66.900 €–135.200 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a physical therapist averages about 7500 € and a psychologist about 8100 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a physical therapist earns about 67.500 € while a psychologist earns about 66.900 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a physical therapist earns about 118.100 € while a psychologist earns about 135.200 € per year.
Are physical therapist and psychologist similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.