Physical Therapist Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$45.39/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Kentucky is $45.39 per hour. This is 20% lower than the US average of $54.52.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$45.39/hour
Kentucky
20% lower than the US average.
$54.52/hour
United States
What cities in Kentucky pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Only Louisville, Kentucky reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $42 per hour. Louisville, Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Physical Therapists is $45 per hour — Louisville, Kentucky pays 8% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville, Kentucky | $42 | $48 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $59 per hour, followed by South Carolina ($57) and Ohio ($55). Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Physical Therapists is $45 per hour — Illinois pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $59 | $63 |
| South Carolina | $57 | $58 |
| Ohio | $55 | $58 |
| Virginia | $54 | $55 |
| Georgia | $52 | $53 |
| North Carolina | $51 | $53 |
| West Virginia | $48 | $50 |
| Tennessee | $48 | $48 |
| Alabama | $45 | $45 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $41 per hour. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Physical Therapists is $45 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 10% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $41 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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