Per diemPosted today
Physical Therapist / PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Valdosta, GA
$53.00–$56.00/ hour
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Physical Therapist jobs in Athens, GA
Physical Therapists in the Athens area earn a median of $47.23 per hour, about $98,230 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.78 and $54.61. That ranks 224th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 172nd of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Athens. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Athens.
- $47.23median pay per hour, Athens
- $38–$55typical range per hour
- 130physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Athens, GA
The metro median is 4% below the Georgia statewide median of $49.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 130 physical therapists employed in the Athens-Clarke County metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.49 | $71,740 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.78 | $78,580 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.23 | $98,230 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $54.61 | $113,590 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.56 | $119,720 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Athens ranks
- 224th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 172nd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 12 Georgia 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.
What your pay buys in Athens
- Overall prices in Athens-Clarke County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.23 median hour buys what $50.60 buys at the national price level, 4% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,700
- Per year: $85,014
- Per month: $7,084
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Athens-Clarke County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Athens
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $136 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,470 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,110 |
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 Georgia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Athens as they open.
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Veterans Health Administration · Valdosta, GA
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Amedisys · College Park, GA
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Amedisys · College Park, GA
$58.00–$73.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Athens
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St Mary's Hospital Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Creek, GA | 48 mi | $49.90/hr | 81,167 |
| Stonecrest, GA | 48 mi | $49.90/hr | 61,015 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 52 mi | $49.90/hr | 67,275 |
| Dunwoody, GA | 54 mi | $49.90/hr | 51,795 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 56 mi | $49.90/hr | 59,370 |
| Roswell, GA | 57 mi | $49.90/hr | 92,227 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Athens, GA?
Physical Therapists in the Athens-Clarke County metro area have a median pay of $47.23 per hour, about $98,230 a year. The middle half earn between $37.78 and $54.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Athens a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Athens-Clarke County ranks 172nd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 224th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Athens?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, led by Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Athens as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Athens?
The federal per diem benchmark in Athens is $136 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,470 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your PT pay reportAthens, GA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysCollege Park, GA · 10 postings$65.83/ hr$52–$88
- BrightSpring Health ServicesVALDOSTA, GA · 5 postings$54.50/ hr$53–$56
- Veterans Health AdministrationValdosta, GA · 2 postings$49.17/ hr$40–$58
- Select MedicalLilburn, GA · 2 postings$39.91/ hr$38–$43
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$47Median$54.92High$73
20 PT postings with published pay in Georgia, 18 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 20 PT roles
- Physical Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$56.00/ hour
- Physical TherapistPermanent$90k–$116k/ year
+ 18 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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