Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Houston, TX

Q: What cities in Texas pay the most for Physical Therapists?

Houston is currently the highest paying city in Texas for Physical Therapist jobs, paying up to $53/hr. This is 2% lower than the average pay for Physical Therapist roles in Texas. Other top paying cities include Frisco, paying up to $55/hr, Fort Worth, paying up to $53/hr, and San Antonio, paying up to $51/hr.

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Average Physical Therapist Salary

$51.41/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Houston, TX is $51.41 per hour. This is 5% higher than the Texas average of $48.96.

Last updated on December 28, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in Houston, TX compared to State and National Averages

$51.41/hour

Houston, TX

1% higher than the US average.

$48.96/hour

Texas

4% lower than the US average.

$51.04/hour

United States

How Physical Therapist Salaries in Houston Compare to Other Cities

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San Antonio, Texas

$44/hour

This is 15% lower than the Houston average of $50.46.

Fort Worth, Texas

$47/hour

This is 7% lower than the Houston average of $50.46.

What cities in Texas pay the most for Physical Therapists?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
San Antonio, Texas	$44	$51

Last updated on December 28, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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