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Physical Therapist PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health · Waco, TX
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Physical Therapist jobs in Waco, TX
The median physical therapist pay in the Waco area is $51.68 per hour ($107,500 a year), with the typical range running from $43.94 to $57.89. That ranks 40th of 375 U.S. metro areas for physical therapist pay, and 34th of 338 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Waco. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Waco.
- $51.68median pay per hour, Waco
- $44–$58typical range per hour
- 200physical therapists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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6 more open roles from employers in Waco. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Physical Therapist (outpatient Ortho)
Baylor Scott & White Health · Waco, TX
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Physical Therapist Inpatient Acute
Baylor Scott & White Health · Waco, TX
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Physical Therapist Out-patient Ortho
Baylor Scott & White Health · Waco, TX
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Physical Therapist PRN (Inpatient Rehabilitation)
Baylor Scott & White Health · Waco, TX
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Physical Therapist Inpatient Rehab
Ascension Health · Waco, TX
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Physical Therapist pay in Waco, TX
The metro median is 4% above the Texas statewide median of $49.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $48.57 per hour. BLS counts about 200 physical therapists employed in the Waco metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.63 | $78,270 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $43.94 | $91,400 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $51.68 | $107,500 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $57.89 | $120,410 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $63.68 | $132,450 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Waco ranks
- 40th of 375 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 34th of 338 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 24 Texas 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 Waco
- Overall prices in Waco run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 83.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.68 median hour buys what $55.84 buys at the national price level, 15% 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 Waco paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,860
- Per year: $93,024
- Per month: $7,752
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Waco metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Waco
| 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 Texas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Waco as they open.
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Physical Therapist - EDRP Authorized
Veterans Health Administration · Abilene, TX
$75k–$116k/ year
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Physical Therapist
Select Medical · Frisco, TX
$80k–$109k/ year
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Physical Therapist (EDRP Approved)
Veterans Health Administration · Temple, TX
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Physical Therapist, Home Health PRN
AccentCare · San Antonio, TX
$97k–$118k/ year
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Physical Therapist, Home Health
AccentCare · Lubbock, TX
$95k–$116k/ year
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AccentCare · Elgin, TX
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Hospitals in Waco
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Waco, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest Waco, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Providence Waco, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Waco Waco, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple, TX | 33 mi | $48.08/hr | 96,267 |
| Killeen, TX | 46 mi | $48.08/hr | 160,616 |
| Burleson, TX | 67 mi | $52.02/hr | 56,253 |
| Georgetown, TX | 68 mi | $48.41/hr | 101,344 |
| Mansfield, TX | 70 mi | $52.02/hr | 80,803 |
| DeSoto, TX | 74 mi | $52.02/hr | 56,711 |
Physical Therapist jobs in Texas · Physical Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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.
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Waco city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physical therapists make in Waco, TX?
Physical Therapists in the Waco metro area have a median pay of $51.68 per hour, about $107,500 a year. The middle half earn between $43.94 and $57.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waco a good place for physical therapists once cost of living is counted?
Waco ranks 34th of 338 metro areas for physical therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 40th of 375 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do physical therapists work in Waco?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Waco, led by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Waco as a physical therapist?
DPT degree. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Waco?
The federal per diem benchmark in Waco 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 Waco?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Veterans Health AdministrationDallas, TX · 5 postings$53.80/ hr$36–$85
- CommonSpirit HealthLUFKIN, TX · 4 postings$53.50/ hr$40–$60
- AccentCareSan Antonio, TX · 10 postings$51.74/ hr$46–$57
- Origin Physical Therapy (FL), PLLCRound Rock, TX · 2 wage offers$50.08/ hr$50–$50
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$49.98High$57
32 PT postings with published pay in Texas, 29 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 32 PT roles
- Physical Therapist - EDRP AuthorizedPermanent$75k–$116k/ year
- Physical TherapistPermanent$80k–$109k/ year
+ 30 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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