Therapist Salary Guide: Louisiana
Average Therapist Salary
$64.51/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Louisiana is $64.51 per hour. This is 17% higher than the US average of $53.84.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages
$64.51/hour
Louisiana
17% higher than the US average.
$53.84/hour
United States
What type of Therapists make the most money in Louisiana?
Occupational Therapist and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant earn the most among Therapy specialties in Louisiana, both averaging $67 per hour, ahead of Physical Therapist ($60). For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $65 per hour — Occupational Therapist and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant earn 4% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | $67 | $67 |
| Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67 | $67 |
| Physical Therapist | $60 | $67 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Louisiana compare to nearby states?
Mississippi pays Therapists the most, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($62) and Missouri ($58). Mississippi also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $74. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $65 per hour — Mississippi pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $63 | $74 |
| Tennessee | $62 | $71 |
| Missouri | $58 | $65 |
| Oklahoma | $56 | $58 |
| Illinois | $54 | $63 |
| Texas | $52 | $58 |
| Kansas | $49 | $55 |
| Alabama | $42 | $45 |
| Arkansas | $42 | $43 |
| Kentucky | $40 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Louisiana?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Therapists the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Elara Caring ($35). For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $65 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $58 | $58 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shreveport
- Ringgold, LA
$67+/hour
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shreveport
- Greenwood, LA
$67+/hour
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shreveport
- Haughton, LA
$67+/hour
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shreveport
- Sibley, LA
$67+/hour
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shreveport
- Vivian, LA
$67+/hour
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