PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Lawton, OK
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Physical Therapist jobs in Lawton, OK
The median physical therapist pay in the Lawton area is $54.34 per hour ($113,030 a year), with the typical range running from $45.36 to $57.22. That ranks 26th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 2nd of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Lawton. The free report below lists employers near Lawton and what they pay.
- $54.34median pay per hour, Lawton
- $45–$57typical range per hour
- 50physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physical Therapist roles in Lawton
1 more open role from employers in Lawton. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Physical Therapist pay in Lawton, OK
The metro median is 14% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $47.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 50 physical therapists employed in the Lawton metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.80 | $78,620 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.36 | $94,350 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $54.34 | $113,030 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $57.22 | $119,020 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $66.45 | $138,220 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Lawton ranks
- 26th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 2nd of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Oklahoma 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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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Lawton
- Overall prices in Lawton run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $54.34 median hour buys what $63.23 buys at the national price level, 30% 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 Lawton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,956
- Per year: $97,812
- Per month: $8,151
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lawton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lawton
| 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 Oklahoma
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Lawton as they open.
PermanentPosted 15 days ago
ReVital Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Tulsa, OK
$72k–$100k/ year
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Physical Therapist - Full-time
Select Medical · Tulsa, OK
$38.00–$55.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist-Hand Therapist (CHT or Non CHT)
Select Medical · Oklahoma City, OK
$85k–$100k/ year
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Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist-Hand Therapist (CHT or Non CHT)
Select Medical · Bethany, OK
$85k–$100k/ year
PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist-Hand Therapist (CHT or Non CHT)
Select Medical · Midwest City, OK
$85k–$100k/ year
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Edmond, OK
$73k–$90k/ year
Hospitals in Lawton
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Health Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwestern Medical Center Lawton, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Lawton Indian Hospital Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Jim Taliaferro Comm Mental Health Ctr Lawton, OK | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls, TX | 49 mi | $45.37/hr | 102,372 |
| Moore, OK | 73 mi | $48.35/hr | 63,845 |
| Norman, OK | 75 mi | $48.35/hr | 131,010 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 78 mi | $48.35/hr | 712,919 |
| Midwest City, OK | 83 mi | $48.35/hr | 58,505 |
| Edmond, OK | 93 mi | $48.35/hr | 99,040 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Oklahoma · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lawton
Lawton city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Lawton, OK?
Physical Therapists in the Lawton metro area have a median pay of $54.34 per hour, about $113,030 a year. The middle half earn between $45.36 and $57.22 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawton a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Lawton ranks 2nd of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Lawton?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, led by Memorial Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Lawton as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Lawton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lawton 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 Lawton?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Lawton and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Lawton.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Select MedicalTulsa, OK · 6 postings$44.47/ hr$35–$55
- 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$35Median$44.47High$55
8 PT postings with published pay in Oklahoma, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 8 PT roles
- ReVital Physical TherapistPermanent$72k–$100k/ year
- Physical Therapist - Full-timePermanent$38.00–$55.00/ hour
+ 6 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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