Therapist Salary Guide: Alabama
Average Therapist Salary
$42.39/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Alabama is $42.39 per hour. This is 27% lower than the US average of $53.84.
Last updated on March 7, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Alabama compared to National Averages
$42.39/hour
Alabama
27% lower than the US average.
$53.84/hour
United States
What cities in Alabama pay the most for Therapists?
Only Birmingham, Alabama reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $45 per hour. For comparison, the Alabama average for Therapists is $42 per hour — Birmingham, Alabama pays 5% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, Alabama | $45 | $45 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Alabama?
Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Physical Therapy Assistant earn the most among Therapy specialties in Alabama, along with 1 other, all averaging $45 per hour. For comparison, the Alabama average for Therapists is $42 per hour — Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Physical Therapy Assistant earn 5% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist | $45 | $45 |
| Occupational Therapist | $45 | $45 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $45 | $45 |
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | $45 | $45 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Alabama compare to nearby states?
Louisiana pays Therapists the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Mississippi ($63) and Tennessee ($62). Mississippi has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $74. For comparison, the Alabama average for Therapists is $42 per hour — Louisiana pays 52% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $65 | $67 |
| Mississippi | $63 | $74 |
| Tennessee | $62 | $71 |
| Missouri | $58 | $65 |
| South Carolina | $56 | $58 |
| Florida | $54 | $58 |
| Georgia | $52 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $48 | $53 |
| Arkansas | $42 | $43 |
| Kentucky | $40 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Alabama?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $44 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the Alabama average for Therapists is $42 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $44 | $45 |
Last updated on March 7, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
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- Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
- Gardendale, AL
$45+/hour
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- Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
- Calera, AL
$45+/hour
Physical Therapist
- Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
- Montevallo, AL
$45+/hour
Physical Therapist
- Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
- Bessemer, AL
$45+/hour
Physical Therapist
- Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
- Pell City, AL
$45+/hour
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