Therapist Salary Guide: Texas
Average Therapist Salary
$46.65/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Texas is $46.65 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $48.84.
Last updated on October 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Texas compared to National Averages
$46.65/hour
Texas
5% lower than the US average.
$48.84/hour
United States
What cities in Texas pay the most for Therapists?
Frisco, Texas pays Therapists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Dallas, Texas ($50) and Houston, Texas ($49). Dallas, Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Texas average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Frisco, Texas pays 8% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Frisco, Texas | $50 | $55 |
| Dallas, Texas | $50 | $60 |
| Houston, Texas | $49 | $53 |
| Austin, Texas | $48 | $49 |
| San Antonio, Texas | $44 | $51 |
| San Marcos, Texas | $44 | $49 |
| Fort Worth, Texas | $44 | $49 |
| Weatherford, Texas | $44 | $46 |
| Mckinney, Texas | $41 | $50 |
| Plano, Texas | $39 | $46 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Texas?
Occupational Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Texas, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Physical Therapist ($49) and Speech Language Pathologist ($47). Occupational Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Texas average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Occupational Therapist earns 8% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Occupational Therapist | $50 | $60 |
| Physical Therapist | $49 | $53 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $47 | $50 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | $38 | $40 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Texas compare to nearby states?
Oklahoma pays Therapists the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Missouri ($47) and New Mexico ($46). Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Texas average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Oklahoma pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $48 | $58 |
| Missouri | $47 | $60 |
| New Mexico | $46 | $55 |
| Kansas | $45 | $55 |
| Colorado | $45 | $58 |
| Arizona | $44 | $56 |
| Louisiana | $43 | $57 |
| Arkansas | $39 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Texas?
Select Medical pays Therapists the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Bluebix Solutions ($46) and Memorial Hermann Health System ($42). For comparison, the Texas average for Therapists is $47 per hour — Select Medical pays 29% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | $60 | $60 |
| Bluebix Solutions | $46 | $46 |
| Memorial Hermann Health System | $42 | $45 |
| TRS Healthcare Permanent | $40 | $45 |
| Curam Staffing | $39 | $45 |
| The Hospitals of Providence | $38 | $40 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $38 | $53 |
| PT Solutions Physical Therapy | $37 | $48 |
| Confluent Health | $36 | $47 |
| Elara Caring | $35 | $35 |
Last updated on October 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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