Therapist Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Therapist Salary
$57.83/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Missouri is $57.83 per hour. This is 7% higher than the US average of $53.84.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$57.83/hour
Missouri
7% higher than the US average.
$53.84/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Therapists?
Saint Louis, Missouri pays Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Lebanon, Missouri ($41). Saint Louis, Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $58 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 5% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $55 | $60 |
| Lebanon, Missouri | $41 | $48 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Missouri?
Physical Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Missouri, averaging $63 per hour, followed by Occupational Therapist ($57) and Speech Language Pathologist ($57). Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $65. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $58 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 9% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist | $63 | $65 |
| Occupational Therapist | $57 | $59 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $57 | $60 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $39 | $41 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Louisiana pays Therapists the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Mississippi ($63) and Tennessee ($62). Mississippi has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $74. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $58 per hour — Louisiana pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $65 | $67 |
| Mississippi | $63 | $74 |
| Tennessee | $62 | $71 |
| Illinois | $54 | $63 |
| Georgia | $52 | $56 |
| Kansas | $49 | $55 |
| Alabama | $42 | $45 |
| Arkansas | $42 | $43 |
| Kentucky | $40 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Missouri?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Therapists the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by BJC HealthCare ($41) and Elara Caring ($35). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Missouri average for Therapists is $58 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $57 | $62 |
| BJC HealthCare | $41 | $49 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
| Med Hires | $28 | $28 |
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
Home Health Physical Therapist
- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Clinton, MO
- 5x8 hrs
$141K/year
approximately $68/hrHome Health Physical Therapist
- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Clniton, MO
- 5x8 hrs
$135K/year
approximately $65/hrHome Health Physical Therapist
- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Rolla, MO
- 5x8 hrs
$135K/year
approximately $65/hrPhysical Therapist
- BJC Home Care
- Sullivan, MO
$85K-137K/year
Home Health Physical Therapist
- Elara Caring
- Fulton, MO
$85K-120K/year
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