Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in McLean, VA?
Stretched but workable — rent takes 32.7% of gross income.
McLean rent: June 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Virginia 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 Virginia cities have lower median rent than McLean, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for McLean, VA →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in McLean, VA?
Median rent in McLean is $2,769 a month. A typical physical therapist in Virginia earns about $101,704 a year, which makes that rent 32.7% 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 McLean?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in Virginia (~$101,704/yr) supports up to $2,543 a month in rent. McLean's current median rent is $2,769/mo, which is $226/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in McLean?
At an hourly equivalent of about $49 an hour, a physical therapist in Virginia works roughly 56.6 hours a month to cover McLean's median rent of $2,769.
Where is rent cheaper than McLean for a physical therapist?
Nearby Virginia cities with lower median rent include Ashburn ($2,768/mo), Ashburn ($2,768/mo), Springfield ($2,767/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.