Therapist Salary Guide: Tennessee
Average Therapist Salary
$45.69/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Tennessee is $45.69 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $48.19.
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages
$45.69/hour
Tennessee
5% lower than the US average.
$48.19/hour
United States
How does the pay for Therapists in Tennessee compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Therapists the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Georgia ($47) and Ohio ($47). Ohio has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Therapists is $46 per hour — Virginia pays 4% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $48 | $57 |
| Georgia | $47 | $53 |
| Ohio | $47 | $58 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $53 |
| South Carolina | $46 | $53 |
| Kentucky | $40 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Tennessee?
Confluent Health pays Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Med Hires ($34) and Tenet Memphis ($32). For comparison, the Tennessee average for Therapists is $46 per hour — Confluent Health pays 20% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Confluent Health | $55 | $55 |
| Med Hires | $34 | $34 |
| Tenet Memphis | $32 | $38 |
| CoreCivic | $28 | $28 |
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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