Physical Therapist Salary Guide: South Carolina

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Average Physical Therapist Salary

$48.60/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in South Carolina is $48.60 per hour. This is 4% lower than the US average of $50.65.

Last updated on October 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$48.60/hour

South Carolina

4% lower than the US average.

$50.65/hour

United States

How does the pay for Physical Therapists in South Carolina compare to nearby states?

Virginia pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Ohio ($51) and North Carolina ($50). Maryland has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $59. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Physical Therapists is $49 per hour — Virginia pays 6% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Virginia	$51	$57
Ohio	$51	$58
North Carolina	$50	$53
Florida	$49	$58
Maryland	$49	$59
Georgia	$49	$53

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in South Carolina?

Med Hires pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $47 per hour, followed by Confluent Health ($43) and Tenet South Carolina ($21). Med Hires also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Physical Therapists is $49 per hour — Med Hires pays 4% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Med Hires	$47	$47
Confluent Health	$43	$43
Tenet South Carolina	$21	$21

Last updated on October 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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