Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Florida
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$49.93/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Florida is $49.93 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $51.69.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in Florida compared to National Averages
$49.93/hour
Florida
4% lower than the US average.
$51.69/hour
United States
What cities in Florida pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Jacksonville, Florida pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by The Villages, Florida ($44) and West Palm Beach, Florida ($42). Jacksonville, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Florida average for Physical Therapists is $50 per hour — Jacksonville, Florida pays 4% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, Florida | $48 | $58 |
| The Villages, Florida | $44 | $48 |
| West Palm Beach, Florida | $42 | $51 |
| Tampa, Florida | $41 | $49 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Florida compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($50) and South Carolina ($49). Louisiana has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $67. For comparison, the Florida average for Physical Therapists is $50 per hour — Virginia pays 6% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $53 | $57 |
| North Carolina | $50 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $49 | $53 |
| Georgia | $49 | $53 |
| Louisiana | $48 | $67 |
| Kentucky | $42 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Florida?
Step Up Rehab pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Med Hires ($48) and Lee Health ($47). For comparison, the Florida average for Physical Therapists is $50 per hour, roughly in line with Step Up Rehab.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Step Up Rehab | $50 | $50 |
| Med Hires | $48 | $49 |
| Lee Health | $47 | $47 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $47 | $48 |
| Select Medical | $46 | $46 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $44 | $47 |
| Bluebix Solutions | $40 | $40 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $38 | $39 |
| Palm Beach Health Network - Tenet | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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