Average Therapist Salary

$71.37/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Chattanooga, TN is $71.37 per hour. This is 13% higher than the Tennessee average of $61.92.

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Chattanooga, TN compared to State and National Averages

$71.37/hour

Chattanooga, TN

25% higher than the US average.

$61.92/hour

Tennessee

13% higher than the US average.

$53.84/hour

United States

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What are the highest paying Agencies for Therapist jobs in Chattanooga?

Perm Staff Jobs pays Therapists the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Med Hires ($34). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $71. For comparison, the Chattanooga, TN average for Therapists is $71 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 9% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$65$71
Med Hires$34$34

Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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