Average Therapist Salary

$61.48/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in California is $61.48 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $52.31.

Last updated on April 26, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in California compared to National Averages

$61.48/hour

California

15% higher than the US average.

$52.31/hour

United States

What cities in California pay the most for Therapists?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Oakland, California$73$79
San Francisco, California$67$75
Sacramento, California$60$72
Los Angeles, California$53$66
What type of Therapists make the most money in California?
SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Occupational Therapist$67$76
Speech Language Pathologist$65$73
Physical Therapist$63$84
Physical Therapy Assistant$48$53
How does the pay for Therapists in California compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Idaho$60$62
Oregon$53$62
Colorado$44$55
Texas$44$53
Arizona$42$48
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in California?

Last updated on April 26, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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