PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Physical Therapist - Buttonwood
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
$68k–$111k/ year
Physical Therapist jobs in Columbia, MO
Physical Therapists in the Columbia area earn a median of $38.40 per hour, about $79,870 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.38 and $51.71. That ranks 370th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 323rd of 338 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Columbia. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbia.
- $38.40median pay per hour, Columbia
- $37–$52typical range per hour
- 220physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN
Select Medical · Columbia, MO
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Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Select Medical · Columbia, MO
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Per diemPosted 28 days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN - Children's Therapy Center
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
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Per diemPosted 28 days ago
Physical Therapist - PRN - Neuro Center
University of Missouri Health Care · Columbia, MO
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Get my free pay reportPhysical Therapist pay in Columbia, MO
The metro median is 15% below the Missouri statewide median of $45.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 220 physical therapists employed in the Columbia metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.27 | $73,360 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.38 | $77,750 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.40 | $79,870 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.71 | $107,560 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.88 | $116,230 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Columbia ranks
- 370th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 323rd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 8 Missouri 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 Columbia
- Overall prices in Columbia run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.40 median hour buys what $42.93 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Columbia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,382
- Per year: $69,120
- Per month: $5,760
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Columbia
| 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).
Hospitals in Columbia
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boone Hospital Center Columbia, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Columbia Mo Va Medical Center Columbia, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Missouri Health Care Columbia, MO | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Centerpointe Hospital Of Columbia Columbia, MO | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Fallon, MO | 87 mi | $46.53/hr | 95,355 |
| St. Peters, MO | 93 mi | $46.53/hr | 61,398 |
| St. Charles, MO | 98 mi | $46.53/hr | 72,458 |
| Blue Springs, MO | 104 mi | $47.75/hr | 61,246 |
| Florissant, MO | 108 mi | $46.53/hr | 51,290 |
| Independence, MO | 109 mi | $47.75/hr | 121,629 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Missouri · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Columbia
Columbia city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Columbia, MO?
Physical Therapists in the Columbia metro area have a median pay of $38.40 per hour, about $79,870 a year. The middle half earn between $37.38 and $51.71 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbia a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Columbia ranks 323rd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 370th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physical therapists in Columbia?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Columbia. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Columbia.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Columbia as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Columbia?
The federal per diem benchmark in Columbia 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.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Columbia?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Columbia and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Columbia.
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Your PT pay reportColumbia, MO · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Functional Pathways of TN, LLCSunset Hills, MO · 1 wage offer$52.00/ hr$52–$52
- Select MedicalKansas City, MO · 4 postings$38.46/ hr$33–$43
- Washington UniversitySt Louis, MO · 1 wage offer$36.73/ hr$37–$37
- Grandison Management, Inc.St. Louis, MO · 1 wage offer$36.41/ hr$36–$36
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$33Median$38.46High$48
5 PT postings with published pay in Missouri, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$70k–$90k/ year
- Physical TherapistPermanent$70k–$90k/ year
+ 3 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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