PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Physical Therapist
Amedisys · Cookeville, TN
$94k–$109k/ year
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Physical Therapist jobs in Jackson, TN
Pay for physical therapists in the Jackson area centers on $46.59 per hour, or about $96,910 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.12 and the upper quarter over $49.91. That ranks 252nd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 56th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Jackson. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Jackson.
- $46.59median pay per hour, Jackson
- $39–$50typical range per hour
- 140physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physical Therapist pay in Jackson, TN
The metro median is 4% below the Tennessee statewide median of $48.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 140 physical therapists employed in the Jackson metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.71 | $80,520 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.12 | $81,370 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.59 | $96,910 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.91 | $103,810 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $54.99 | $114,380 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 252nd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 56th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 10 Tennessee 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 Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 56.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.59 median hour buys what $54.48 buys at the national price level, 12% 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$1,677
- Per year: $83,862
- Per month: $6,989
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Jackson
| 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 Tennessee
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Physical Therapist Home Health
Amedisys · Lafollette, TN
$109k–$125k/ year
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Per diemPosted 28 days ago
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CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$53.00–$55.00/ hour
Hospitals in Jackson
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Jackson, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Jackson, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Pathways Of Tennessee, Inc Jackson, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Perimeter Behavioral Center Of Jackson Jackson, TN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett, TN | 63 mi | $48.73/hr | 56,708 |
| Collierville, TN | 64 mi | $48.73/hr | 51,951 |
| Memphis, TN | 74 mi | $48.73/hr | 610,919 |
| Southaven, MS | 81 mi | $48.73/hr | 57,493 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 104 mi | $44.76/hr | 82,384 |
| Clarksville, TN | 104 mi | $45.31/hr | 185,690 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Tennessee · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee 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.
Other healthcare roles in Jackson
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Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Jackson, TN?
Physical Therapists in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $46.59 per hour, about $96,910 a year. The middle half earn between $39.12 and $49.91 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 56th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 252nd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Jackson?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Jackson, led by Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Jackson as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Jackson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Jackson 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 Jackson?
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Your PT pay reportJackson, TN · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysCookeville, TN · 2 postings$52.50/ hr$45–$60
- Universal Rehab Services, Inc.Columbia, TN · 2 wage offers$43.27/ hr$41–$46
- Management Health Systems, LLCAthens, TN · 1 wage offer$41.54/ hr$42–$42
- Universal Rehab Services, Inc.Nashville, TN · 1 wage offer$40.87/ hr$41–$41
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$45Median$54.00High$60
3 PT postings with published pay in Tennessee, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 PT roles
- Physical TherapistPermanent$94k–$109k/ year
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