Therapist Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Therapist Salary
$46.81/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Missouri is $46.81 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $48.53.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$46.81/hour
Missouri
4% lower than the US average.
$48.53/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Therapists?
Only Saint Louis, Missouri reports pay data for Therapists, averaging $50 per hour. Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 7% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $50 | $60 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Missouri?
Physical Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Missouri, averaging $56 per hour, followed by Occupational Therapist ($51) and Speech Language Pathologist ($45). Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 20% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist | $56 | $60 |
| Occupational Therapist | $51 | $60 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $45 | $59 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $36 | $40 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Iowa ($50) and Wisconsin ($50). Minnesota has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $88. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Illinois pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $52 | $63 |
| Iowa | $50 | $58 |
| Wisconsin | $50 | $60 |
| Minnesota | $49 | $88 |
| Oklahoma | $46 | $57 |
| Kansas | $45 | $53 |
| Kentucky | $41 | $46 |
| Arkansas | $39 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Missouri?
BJC HealthCare pays Therapists the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Elara Caring ($35) and Med Hires ($28). BJC HealthCare also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $47 per hour — BJC HealthCare pays 10% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BJC HealthCare | $42 | $50 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
| Med Hires | $28 | $28 |
| Confluent Health | $11 | $11 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Home Health Physical Therapist
- Graham Healthcare Group
- Independence, MO
- 5x8 hrs
$105K-130K/year
approximately $50-63/hrHome Health Physical Therapist
- Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
- St. Louis, MO
$85K-125K/year
Home Health Occupational Therapist
- BJC Home Care
- Saint Louis, MO
$79K-127K/year
Home Health Physical Therapist
- Elara Caring
- Fulton, MO
$85K-120K/year
Home Health Physical Therapist
- Elara Caring
- St. Louis, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$85K-120K/year
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