PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Largo, FL
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Physical Therapist jobs in Largo, FL
Pay for physical therapists in the Largo area centers on $48.43 per hour, or about $100,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $41.53 and the upper quarter over $51.04. That ranks 147th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 253rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Largo. The free report below lists employers near Largo and what they pay.
- $48.43median pay per hour, Tampa
- $42–$51typical range per hour
- 2,460physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physical Therapist roles in Largo
1 more open role from employers in Largo. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Physical Therapist pay in Largo, FL
The metro median is 2% above the Florida statewide median of $47.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 2,460 physical therapists employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.96 | $76,880 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.53 | $86,380 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.43 | $100,740 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.04 | $106,160 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.07 | $118,710 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Largo ranks
- 147th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 253rd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 20 Florida 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.43 median hour buys what $48.00 buys at the national price level, 1% below 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 Largo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,743
- Per year: $87,174
- Per month: $7,264
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Largo
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,687 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,931 |
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. 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 Florida
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Largo as they open.
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Physical Therapist PT Home Health
Amedisys · Gainesville, FL
$73.92–$90.40/ hour
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Amedisys · Pensacola, FL
$45.34–$60.93/ hour
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Hospitals in Largo
CMS lists 1 hospital in Largo, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Largo Hospital Largo, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater, FL | 5 mi | $48.43/hr | 116,811 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 5 mi | $48.43/hr | 53,503 |
| Bradenton, FL | 31 mi | $48.59/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 42 mi | $48.59/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 51 mi | $47.12/hr | 124,990 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 64 mi | $47.12/hr | 59,975 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Florida · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Largo, FL?
Physical Therapists in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $48.43 per hour, about $100,740 a year. The middle half earn between $41.53 and $51.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Largo a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 253rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 147th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Largo?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Largo, led by Hca Florida Largo Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Largo as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Largo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Largo is $161 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Largo?
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Your PT pay reportLargo, FL · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysGainesville, FL · 2 postings$67.65/ hr$45–$90
- BrightSpring Health ServicesMIAMI, FL · 2 postings$52.21/ hr$42–$62
- Elite Golf Performance LLCLake Mary, FL · 2 wage offers$44.05/ hr$35–$52
- Select MedicalWellington, FL · 27 postings$43.99/ hr$36–$63
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$43.99High$52
31 PT postings with published pay in Florida, 26 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 31 PT roles
- Physical Therapist PT Home HealthPermanent$73.92–$90.40/ hour
- Physical Therapist PT Home HealthPer diem$45.34–$60.93/ hour
+ 29 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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