Therapist Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Therapist Salary
Average Therapist Salary
$46.99/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in North Carolina is $46.99 per hour. This is 2% lower than the US average of $47.79.
Last updated on August 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
Therapist salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$46.99/hour
North Carolina
2% lower than the US average.
$47.79/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Therapists?
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Therapists?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, North Carolina | $50 | $53 |
| Winston-Salem, North Carolina | $49 | $52 |
| Raleigh, North Carolina | $47 | $56 |
| Fayetteville, North Carolina | $43 | $48 |
| Greensboro, North Carolina | $42 | $48 |
| Gastonia, North Carolina | $41 | $48 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in North Carolina?
What type of Therapists make the most money in North Carolina?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | $50 | $53 |
| Physical Therapist | $49 | $53 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $32 | $34 |
How does the pay for Therapists in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Therapists in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $54 | $56 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $63 |
| Virginia | $49 | $57 |
| Tennessee | $45 | $72 |
| Maryland | $45 | $54 |
| South Carolina | $44 | $53 |
| Delaware | $43 | $43 |
| Kentucky | $41 | $49 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in North Carolina?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in North Carolina?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $52 | $57 |
| Confluent Health | $29 | $32 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $29 | $31 |
Last updated on August 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
View job details for Physical Therapist - Home Health
Staff Position
Physical Therapist - Home Health
- CoreMedical Group Perm
- Taylorsville, NC
- 5x8 hrs
$54-60/hour
View job details for Home Health Physical Therapist
Staff Position
Home Health Physical Therapist
- CoreMedical Group Perm
- Raleigh, NC
- 5x8 hrs
$54-60/hour
View job details for Manager - Clinic Physical Therapist
Staff Position
Manager - Clinic Physical Therapist
- PT Solutions Physical Therapy
- Huntersville, NC
- 5x8 hrs
$87K-120K/year
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Director - Physical Therapist
- Access Physical Therapy & Wellness
- Raleigh, NC
$93K-110K/year
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Outpatient Physical Therapist
Staff Position
Outpatient Physical Therapist
- PT Solutions Physical Therapy
- Belmont, NC
$85K-110K/year
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