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Physical Therapist/ PT
BrightSpring Health Services · Little Rock, AR
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Physical Therapist jobs in Little Rock, AR
Physical Therapists in the Little Rock area earn a median of $45.66 per hour, about $94,970 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.19 and $51.71. That ranks 289th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 153rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock. The free report below lists employers near Little Rock and what they pay.
- $45.66median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $37–$52typical range per hour
- 1,140physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Physical Therapist pay in Little Rock, AR
The metro median is 2% below the Arkansas statewide median of $46.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 1,140 physical therapists employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.13 | $70,990 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.19 | $77,360 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.66 | $94,970 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.71 | $107,560 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.14 | $129,250 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Little Rock ranks
- 289th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 153rd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Arkansas metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Physical Therapists (SOC 29-1123), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.66 median hour buys what $51.09 buys at the national price level, 5% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Little Rock paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,644
- Per year: $82,188
- Per month: $6,849
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Little Rock
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel physical therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Physical Therapist roles in Arkansas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Little Rock as they open.
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PT / Physical Therapist - Home Health - $10k Sign-On
BrightSpring Health Services · Hot Springs National Park, AR
$37.66–$56.49/ hour
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PT / Physical Therapist - Home Health
BrightSpring Health Services · Texarkana, AR
$35.60–$53.40/ hour
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$35.57–$53.35/ hour
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CommonSpirit Health · Hot Springs, AR
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Hospitals in Little Rock
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock, 0 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc Little Rock, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi-St Vincent Infirmary Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Arkansas Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Central Ar. Veterans Healthcare System Lr Little Rock, AR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Little Rock, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Arkansas State Hospital Little Rock, AR | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Physical Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 8 mi | $45.66/hr | 64,498 |
| Conway, AR | 25 mi | $45.66/hr | 70,711 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 121 mi | $44.76/hr | 82,384 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 122 mi | $46.56/hr | 90,507 |
| Southaven, MS | 136 mi | $48.73/hr | 57,493 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 138 mi | $49.73/hr | 103,134 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Arkansas · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Little Rock city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Little Rock, AR?
Physical Therapists in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $45.66 per hour, about $94,970 a year. The middle half earn between $37.19 and $51.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Little Rock a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 153rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 289th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Little Rock?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock, led by Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Little Rock as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Little Rock?
The federal per diem benchmark in Little Rock is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- BrightSpring Health ServicesTEXARKANA, AR · 4 postings$44.50/ hr$36–$56
- El Camino HealthMountain View, CA · 3 postings$73.08/ hr$63–$83
- AmedisysPlymouth, MA · 3 postings$69.71/ hr$60–$85
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 4 postings$68.41/ hr$56–$81
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Low$36Median$44.50High$59
5 PT postings with published pay in Arkansas, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- PT / Physical Therapist - Home Health - $10k Sign-OnPermanent$37.66–$56.49/ hour
- PT / Physical Therapist - Home HealthPermanent$35.60–$53.40/ hour
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