Physiotherapist salary in Norway
Market pay for physiotherapists in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A physiotherapist in Norway typically earns NOK 654,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for physiotherapists runs from NOK 577,000 to NOK 718,000. The collective-agreement floor is NOK 545,000 a year.
Last updated 9 June 2026
Your market salary
Fysioterapeut
654,000 kr/yr
Your estimate
As a physiotherapist the median salary is around 654,000 kroner a year, with a typical range from about 577,000 kroner to roughly 718,000 kroner depending on experience and sector. In the municipal sector the KS agreement gives a guaranteed salary of 545,400 kroner, while private practice often pays more. The figures come from SSB's salary statistics for 2025.
What drives the number
- Tariff: KS (kommune) gruppe 5, 0 års trinn → garantilønn 545 400 kr
Estimate based on official statistics. Actual pay varies.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a physiotherapist earn in Norway?
A physiotherapist typically earns NOK 654,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most physiotherapists fall between NOK 577,000 and NOK 718,000.
What is the salary range for physiotherapists?
The lower quartile is NOK 577,000 and the upper quartile NOK 718,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
Do physiotherapists have a collective agreement?
Yes. The guaranteed floor is NOK 545,000 a year (KS (kommune)). Many earn above the floor.
How can a physiotherapist get a raise?
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Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.