Average Therapist Salary

$51.70/hour

The average salary for a Therapist in New Jersey is $51.70 per hour. This is 6% higher than the US average of $48.54.

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Therapist salaries in New Jersey compared to National Averages

$51.70/hour

New Jersey

6% higher than the US average.

$48.54/hour

United States

What type of Therapists make the most money in New Jersey?

Physical Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in New Jersey, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Occupational Therapist ($54). Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Therapists is $52 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 5% more.

SpecialtyAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Physical Therapist$54$58
Occupational Therapist$54$54
How does the pay for Therapists in New Jersey compare to nearby states?

Pennsylvania pays Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Connecticut ($51) and Virginia ($49). Pennsylvania also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Therapists is $52 per hour — Pennsylvania pays 1% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Pennsylvania$52$63
Connecticut$51$58
Virginia$49$56
Massachusetts$48$58
Maryland$48$54
New York$48$57
Rhode Island$44$48
Delaware$43$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in New Jersey?

Frontline Personnel pays Therapists the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($33). Frontline Personnel also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the New Jersey average for Therapists is $52 per hour — Frontline Personnel pays 21% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Frontline Personnel$41$50
PT Solutions Physical Therapy$33$49

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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