Therapist Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Therapist Salary
Average Therapist Salary
$42.04/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Tennessee is $42.04 per hour. This is 18% lower than the US average of $49.68.
Last updated on November 25, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
Therapist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$42.04/hour
Tennessee
18% lower than the US average.
$49.68/hour
United States
How does the pay for Therapists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Therapists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | $58 | $65 |
| Georgia | $54 | $60 |
| Mississippi | $49 | $76 |
| Virginia | $45 | $51 |
| North Carolina | $44 | $46 |
| Ohio | $43 | $58 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Tennessee?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Tennessee?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Tenet Memphis | $37 | $38 |
| CoreCivic | $27 | $27 |
Last updated on November 25, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
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- Bruceton, TN
- 5x8 hrs, Days
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- Saint Francis Hospital
- Memphis, TN
- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$38+/hour
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Physical Therapist
- Saint Francis Hospital
- Memphis, TN
- 5x8 hrs
$38+/hour
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Occupational Therapist
- Saint Francis Hospital
- Memphis, TN
- 5x8 hrs
$34+/hour
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