Per diemPosted today
Physical Therapist (PT) Home Health PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Physical Therapist jobs in Nashville, TN
Pay for physical therapists in the Nashville area centers on $49.88 per hour, or about $103,750 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.86 and the upper quarter over $52.46. That ranks 73rd of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 127th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Nashville. The free report below lists employers near Nashville and what they pay.
- $49.88median pay per hour, Nashville
- $40–$52typical range per hour
- 1,350physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Physical Therapist roles in Nashville
8 more open roles from employers in Nashville. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted today
Physical Therapist - Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Physical Therapist
BrightSpring Health Services · Nashville, TN
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Per diemPosted 12 days ago
Physical Therapist (Pediatric Acute Care) PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Per diemPosted 13 days ago
Physical Therapist - Acute Care (PRN)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Physical Therapist (PT) Acute Care
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Per diemPosted 14 days ago
Physical Therapist (PT) PRN
LifePoint Health · Nashville, TN
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Physical Therapist (PT) Acute Care TempForce
Vanderbilt University Medical Center · Nashville, TN
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Physical Therapist pay in Nashville, TN
The metro median is 3% above the Tennessee statewide median of $48.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 1,350 physical therapists employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.12 | $64,730 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.86 | $82,910 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.88 | $103,750 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.46 | $109,120 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.97 | $122,660 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Nashville ranks
- 73rd of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 127th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Nashville
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.88 median hour buys what $51.78 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Nashville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,796
- Per year: $89,784
- Per month: $7,482
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Nashville
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $222 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,156 |
| 13-week assignment | $28,028 |
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 Tennessee
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Nashville as they open.
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Physical Therapist
Amedisys · Cookeville, TN
$94k–$109k/ year
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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
Physical Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Chattanooga, TN
$53.00–$55.00/ hour
Hospitals in Nashville
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, 5 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physical therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Metro Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System Nashville, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Skyline Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Middle Tn Mental Health Institute Nashville, TN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 14 mi | $49.88/hr | 63,947 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $49.88/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 41 mi | $45.31/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 59 mi | $46.88/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 101 mi | $48.07/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 102 mi | $48.07/hr | 230,402 |
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 Nashville
Nashville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Nashville, TN?
Physical Therapists in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $49.88 per hour, about $103,750 a year. The middle half earn between $39.86 and $52.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashville a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 127th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 73rd of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Nashville?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Nashville 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 Nashville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Nashville is $222 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,156 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physical therapists in Nashville?
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Your PT pay reportNashville, TN · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Universal Rehab Services, Inc.Nashville, TN · 1 wage offer$40.87/ hr$41–$41
- 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
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
- Physical Therapist Home HealthPermanent$109k–$125k/ year
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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