Average Physical Therapist Salary

$46.35/hour

The average salary for a Physical Therapist in Tampa, FL is $46.35 per hour. This is 8% lower than the Florida average of $50.00.

Last updated on October 20, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Physical Therapist salaries in Tampa, FL compared to State and National Averages

$46.35/hour

Tampa, FL

7% lower than the US average.

$50.00/hour

Florida

1% higher than the US average.

$49.45/hour

United States

How Physical Therapist Salaries in Tampa Compare to Other Cities

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West Palm Beach, Florida

$42/hour

This is 3% higher than the Tampa average of $40.38.

Atlanta, Georgia

$47/hour

This is 15% higher than the Tampa average of $40.38.

Marietta, Georgia

$45/hour

This is 10% higher than the Tampa average of $40.38.

What cities in Florida pay the most for Physical Therapists?

Jacksonville, Florida pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Pensacola, Florida ($47) and West Palm Beach, Florida ($42). Jacksonville, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Tampa, FL average for Physical Therapists is $46 per hour — Jacksonville, Florida pays 6% more.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Jacksonville, Florida$49$58
Pensacola, Florida$47$53
West Palm Beach, Florida$42$51
Tampa, Florida$40$49
What are the highest paying Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in Tampa?

Step Up Rehab pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by PT Solutions Physical Therapy ($47) and Med Hires ($47). For comparison, the Tampa, FL average for Physical Therapists is $46 per hour — Step Up Rehab pays 8% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Step Up Rehab$50$50
PT Solutions Physical Therapy$47$48
Med Hires$47$47
Tampa General Hospital$39$39

Last updated on October 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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