Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Houston, TX

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

Fort Worth is currently the highest paying city in Texas for Physical Therapist jobs, paying up to $62/hr. This is 4% higher than the average pay for Physical Therapist roles in Texas. Other top paying cities include Dallas, paying up to $60/hr, Frisco, paying up to $55/hr, and Houston, paying up to $53/hr.

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Average Physical Therapist Salary

$51.53/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Houston, TX is $51.53 per hour. This is 9% higher than the Texas average of $46.97.

Last updated on June 18, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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

$51.53/hour

Houston, TX

1% higher than the US average.

$46.97/hour

Texas

8% lower than the US average.

$50.90/hour

United States

How Physical Therapist Salaries in Houston Compare to Other Cities

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San Antonio, Texas

$46/hour

This is 7% lower than the Houston average of $48.78.

Fort Myers, Florida

$57/hour

This is 14% higher than the Houston average of $48.78.

Tucson, Arizona

$44/hour

This is 11% lower than the Houston average of $48.78.

What cities in Texas pay the most for Physical Therapists?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Houston, Texas	$49	$53
San Antonio, Texas	$46	$51

What are the highest paying Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Houston?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Memorial Hermann Health System	$45	$45

Last updated on June 18, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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