Average Therapist Salary

$43.19/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in Louisiana is $43.19 per hour. This is 12% lower than the US average of $48.53.

Last updated on August 16, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages

$43.19/hour

Louisiana

12% lower than the US average.

$48.53/hour

United States

What type of Therapists make the most money in Louisiana?

Only Physical Therapist reports pay data among Therapy specialties in Louisiana, averaging $48 per hour. Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $67. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $43 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 11% more.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Physical Therapist$48$67
How does the pay for Therapists in Louisiana compare to nearby states?

Georgia pays Therapists the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by Missouri ($47) and Florida ($46). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $43 per hour — Georgia pays 8% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Georgia$47$53
Missouri$47$60
Florida$46$58
Oklahoma$46$57
Texas$45$53
Tennessee$44$60
Kentucky$41$46
Arkansas$39$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Louisiana?

Elara Caring pays Therapists the most, averaging $35 per hour, followed by Confluent Health ($26). For comparison, the Louisiana average for Therapists is $43 per hour — Elara Caring pays 19% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Elara Caring$35$35
Confluent Health$26$26

Last updated on August 16, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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