Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in Wellington, FL?
Rent-burdened — rent takes 41.3% of gross income.
Wellington rent: June 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Florida state estimate).
About rent and a physical therapist salary
Physical therapist pay covers comfortable rent across most US metros. At the national-average PT salary, the 30% rule supports about $2,493 a month in rent, which is above the median in most cities tracked here.
Cheaper rent nearby
These Florida cities have lower median rent than Wellington, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for Wellington, FL →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in Wellington, FL?
Median rent in Wellington is $3,195 a month. A typical physical therapist in Florida earns about $92,730 a year, which makes that rent 41.3% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a physical therapist afford in Wellington?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in Florida (~$92,730/yr) supports up to $2,318 a month in rent. Wellington's current median rent is $3,195/mo, which is $877/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in Wellington?
At an hourly equivalent of about $45 an hour, a physical therapist in Florida works roughly 71.7 hours a month to cover Wellington's median rent of $3,195.
Where is rent cheaper than Wellington for a physical therapist?
Nearby Florida cities with lower median rent include Coral Gables ($3,194/mo), Sunny Isles Beach ($3,194/mo), Miami Shores ($3,194/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.