Average Therapist Salary

$49.82/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Idaho is $49.82 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $53.84.

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

Therapist salaries in Idaho compared to National Averages

$49.82/hour

Idaho

8% lower than the US average.

$53.84/hour

United States

What cities in Idaho pay the most for Therapists?

Only Meridian, Idaho reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $62 per hour. For comparison, the Idaho average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Meridian, Idaho pays 24% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Meridian, Idaho$62$62
What type of Therapists make the most money in Idaho?

Occupational Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Idaho, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Physical Therapist ($50). Occupational Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Idaho average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Occupational Therapist earns 22% more.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Occupational Therapist$61$62
Physical Therapist$50$53
How does the pay for Therapists in Idaho compare to nearby states?

California pays Therapists the most, averaging $62 per hour, followed by Oregon ($57) and Washington ($55). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $75. For comparison, the Idaho average for Therapists is $50 per hour — California pays 25% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$62$75
Oregon$57$67
Washington$55$65
Arizona$52$56
Colorado$48$58
South Dakota$48$55
Utah$47$47
Montana$44$60
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Idaho?

Only Pennant Services reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $46 per hour. Pennant Services also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Idaho average for Therapists is $50 per hour — Pennant Services pays 8% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Pennant Services$46$65

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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